Purpose

The Cabinet will be asked to
approve arrangements relating to the procurement and award of new
Term Contracts for the continued provision of Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE), Corporate Uniform and Equipment, as part of the
Council’s obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act
1974.

Content

Cabinet resolved to:
 
(i)  Agree that the
Council proceeds with the procurement of contracts for Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE), Corporate Uniform and Equipment as
shown below in accordance with the strategy set out in the
report:
 
· 
Lot 1 - Footwear
(including boots and trainers), Heavy Work Wear and High Visibility
Wear.
· 
Lot 2 - Corporate
Uniform, including LBBD branded Corporate Uniform.
· 
Lot 3 - Fire Retardant
Wear.
· 
Lot 4 - Equipment,
including safety helmets, respirators, safety spectacles, gloves,
aprons, first aid kits and refills.
 
(ii)  Authorise the
Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in
consultation with the Strategic Director, Resources and the Head of
Legal, to conduct the procurement and award and enter into the
contract(s) and all other necessary or ancillary agreements to
fully implement and effect the proposals.