Purpose

To seek cabinet approval for re-tendering a new 5 year contract that exceeds the £500K threshold. The new contract must be in place by September 1, 2025.

Content

(a)  That the procurement procedure be approved.   (b)  That authority to award the contract be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Place, in consultation with the Executive Director of Place Services.   (c)  That the contract service hours be reduced by one hour per day, closing daily at midnight.   Reason for the decision   Dorset Council was publicly committed to funding ground-level pedestrian access for the foreseeable future, including during the current administration's term. The proposal aimed to address staff welfare concerns and reduce budgetary pressures whilst maintaining an essential pedestrian access.