Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 5, 2024

Purpose: To consider the contract award to Equans to carry out Decarbonisation works - Phase 1.

Content: RESOLVED:   I.                 To delegate authority to the Director of Property Services (interim), the Interim Strategic Director, Housing, Health and Communities and the Strategic Director of Finance Commercialisation and Corporate Services in consultation with the Cabinet member for housing to award a contract for Phase 1 of the SHDF decarbonisation contract II.               Cabinet review and approve the award of the Phase 1 SHDF decarbonisation contract to Equans, recognising their expertise in delivering large-scale retrofit projects. III.              Cabinet note that Phase 2 will be integrated into the scope of work for the new R&M contractor, ensuring continuity and efficiency in our overall housing improvement strategy. IV.             Cabinet acknowledge the strategic use of the Fusion 21 Decarbonisation Framework as the most appropriate procurement route given the SHDF timelines and project requirements. V.               Cabinet note that Equans, ranked second on the framework, was selected after Vinci (ranked first) voluntarily withdrew from consideration. VI.             Cabinet note the use of the ACA Standard Form of Contract for Project Partnering (PPC 2000, amended 2013) as the contractual basis for this project.