Purpose

To seek approval for Sefton Council to take part in a collaborative procurement process in conjunction with other participating Merseyside Authorities to commission stray dog collection and kennelling services.

Decision

Decision(s):

That a Liverpool City Council led, collaborative procurement process for the provision of stray dog collection and kennelling services be approved.

That authority be delegated to Peter Moore as Assistant Director (Place) - Highways & Public Protection, to approve the resulting post procurement contract award.

Reasons for the Decision(s):

Without appropriate stray dog collection and kennelling arrangements, the Council would not be able to comply with its statutory responsibilities including the seizure and detention of stray dogs for up to seven clear days.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected: (including any Risk Implications)

Providing an ‘in-house’ service and kennel facility would require additional staff and facilities which the Council currently do not have access to, costs would likely be prohibitive.