Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: September 25, 2024

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED   i)               To approve the direct award of a contract for clinical waste collection and support services via the West Sussex County Council (WSCC) framework agreement, following the procurement process; and   ii)              To delegate authority to the Director of Communities in consultation with the Head of Legal & Democratic Services to finalise the terms and conditions of and enter into the contract through the WSCC framework agreement.   REASON   Under section 45 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (‘the EPA’), Waste Collection Authorities have a duty to arrange for the collection of household waste. Household waste includes clinical waste produced at domestic properties. Waste Disposal Authorities are required by section 51 of the EPA to dispose of such waste.   In April 2019, WSCC entered into an agreement with a supplier to provide both the collection and support services for clinical waste as well as the treatment and disposal of the waste and this contract is due to expire on 31 March 2025. There are currently 2,885 customers utilising the clinical waste service in the Horsham district.