Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: January 27, 2026

Purpose: To award delegated authority to Andrew Durrant, Executive Director for Place, to award to the winning bidder following a full and open tender process, the Grounds Maintenance contract for RBWM.

Content: AGREED: That Cabinet noted the report and: i)                 Delegated authority to the Executive Director Place in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Leisure & Performance to approve the appointment of the preferred bidder following a tender process for the grounds maintenance contract. ii)               Delegated authority to the Executive Director Place in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Leisure & Performance to approve entering into new licences to occupy and related agreements to enable the preferred bidder to access and use council depots and compounds required to provide contracted services.