Purpose

To approve the procurement of the required HGV vehicles as part of the ongoing Fleet Replacement Plan.

To delegate the procurement of these vehicles to the relevant director through existing frameworks or mini tender as required, in consultation with the portfolio holder.

Decision

AGREED to:

·         Approve the immediate procurement of the 4 HGV vehicles for delivery no earlier than April 2027 as part of the ongoing Fleet Replacement Plan.

·         Approve the delegation of the procurement of these vehicles to the corporate director with responsibility for Environmental Services, through existing procurement frameworks or mini tender as required, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder responsible for street sweeping, recycling and refuse collection. 

·         Note that the Chief Finance Officer will determine the best value means of financing these necessary vehicles.