Purpose

The ‘City Centre East: Newport to Cardiff Sustainable Transport Corridor – Phase 1A (incorporating Kingsway Public Open Space)’ transport project will require Cabinet Approval to move to tender stage.

Decision

Appendix 8 of the report is not for publication as it contains exempt information pursuant to the provisions of Schedule 12A Part 4 paragraphs 14 of the Local Government Act 1972 and in all the circumstances of the case, the public interest in maintaining the exemption outweighs the public interest in disclosing the information

Appendix 9 of the report is not for publication as it contains exempt information pursuant to the provisions of Schedule 12A Part 4 paragraphs 16 of the Local Government Act 1972

RESOLVED: that

1. the commencement of a competitive tender process for Phase 1a of the Cardiff to Newport Sustainable Transport Corridor (including Kingsway Public Realm Improvements) be approved, to be procured via the South East Wales Highway Framework (Lot 9) (with associated Contract Notice on Sell2Wales).
2. the Evaluation Criteria of 60% cost, 30% quality and 10% social value be approved.
3. Authority be delegated to the Assistant Director of Planning and Transport in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Climate Change, Strategic Planning & Transport, the Council's Section 151 Officer and the Director of Governance and Legal Services to award the contract to the successful tenderer and to take all necessary steps to mobilise and deliver Phase 1a, including completing pre-construction activities and undertaking any necessary engagement updates, and deal with any ancillary matters.
4. It be noted that the Assistant Director of Planning and Transport will act as the Senior Responsible Owner (SRO) for the scheme and will be accountable for ensuring delivery of the project objectives and benefits.