Issue - decisions

Decision:

Cabinet approves the awarding of a contract to UK Gas Service Ltd in order to undertake electrical and smoke alarm testing including remedial and rewiring works for a two year period (with a potential 1+1+1 year extension) for a maximum total value of £3.050m.

Considerations/reasons for decision:

·         Report from the Cabinet Member for Housing and Planning seeking approval for the award of electrical works contract including electrical testing, rewiring and smoke detection upgrades.

·         The Council’s on going requirement to carry out significant repair to ensure properties meet the needs of tenants and comply with the Homes Standard and any ongoing statutory and compliant requirements.

·         The need to have an electrical inspection and allied works programme in place as soon as possible.

·         The selection of a contractor with an established track record of quality work and one which demonstrated the ability to deliver contracts of scale on time and within budget limits

·         The selection process had been informed by selecting a contractor through the Framework arrangement in accordance with South Kesteven District Council Contract and Procurement Procedure Rules.

Other options considered:

1)    Do nothing – this option was discounted as there was a contractual obligation under the tenancy agreement to ensure properties were maintained in accordance with the Homes Standard.

2)    Consideration was given to the use of alternative tender and procurement options, however, due to the likely costs and complexity of works associated with structural repairs an OJEU compliant framework was considered the best option.