Decision

To award a contract for the production, supply and delivery of summer and spring bedding plants, hanging baskets and troughs to Boverton Nurseries for £135,040.98 over three years.

Reasons for the decision

To enable the council to provide seasonal plant displays throughout the town in spring and summer it is necessary to enter into a contract with a commercial grower to produce and deliver the required plants.  A procurement exercise has taken place and following receipt of three bids, Boverton Nurseries was selected.  This decision notice provides the relevant authority to enter in the relevant contract with Cheltenham Borough Council.

Alternative options considered

Produce the plants in-house.  The council has decommissioned its nursery and no longer has the skills or resources to undertake this.