Purpose

A key decision was approved in May 2023 for
Westridge to undertake refurbishment/extension of 2 Adult Social
Care properties (Beckley Close, Hastings, and Cregg Na Ba
Battle).

Works commenced on the properties, but unfortunately the
contractor, Westridge, has now gone into administration.

An alternative contractor is needed to complete the works.

Decision

A decision is required to novate the contracts
to an alternative contractor to complete the works at both sites.
The project comprises reconfiguration of 2 Bungalows to provide
ensuite facilities for residents. This reflects a change from
residential care to supported living offering people a home with
security of tenure.

Alternative options considered

An alternative option was to go out to
competitive tender. However, this would have taken more time,
provided less cost certainty, been less favourable to
subcontractors owed money by the contractor and incurred more costs
to the council.