Merchants Yard- Managing Agents Contract Award
May 20, 2026 Officer Key Decision (Officer) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council websiteThis summary is generated by AI from the council’s published record and supporting documents. Check the full council record and source link before relying on it.
Summary
The Cabinet decided to approve commencing a tendering exercise for capital works at Newham, East Ham, and Atherton Leisure Centres. The decision was made on 20th July 2023. The works include mechanical and electrical replacements and upgrades, with an estimated cost of £4 million.
The Corporate Director of Resources, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Finance, was delegated the authority to award the contract. This decision was made on 20th July 2023. The works involve replacing items such as heat pumps, swimming pool pumps, ventilation ducting, LED lighting, and air handling systems.
The Officer Key Decision maker approved the refurbishment works at Abbey Lane Children's Centre on 20th May 2026. The decision was to approve the works, subject to call-in.
The Corporate Director of Environment and Sustainable Transport approved the extension of the enforcement concession contract for two years. This decision was made on an unspecified date in 2025. The contract extension is at no cost to the council and is estimated to generate £2 million in income.
The Council's Properties Team decided on 14 January 2026 not to progress the Walton Road site as a community garden due to its development potential. On 27 March 2026, Property Services confirmed they would work with the project lead to identify and review a potential alternative site.
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| Outcome | For Determination |
| Decision date | 20 May 2026 |