Merchants Yard- Managing Agents Contract Award

April 21, 2026 Officer Key Decision (Officer) Key decision Awaiting outcome View on council website

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Summary

The Cabinet approved 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 replacing mechanical and electrical items, air handling systems, and emergency lighting, with an estimated cost of £4 million.

The Officer Key Decision approved the extension of the enforcement concession contract for two years. This decision was made by Rebecca Johnson, Corporate Director of Environment and Sustainable Transport, on 21/04/2026. The contract extension is at nil cost to the council and is estimated to generate £2 million in income.

The Director of Resources is recommended to agree the award of contract for managing agent services at Merchants Yard to Touchstone Corporate Property Services Ltd. This decision is anticipated in June 2025. The contract is for affordable and accessible housing management and building safety duties.

Supporting Documents

Cabinet Report Leisure Centres - Capital Programme.pdf
Cabinet Report Leisure Centres - Capital Programme.pdf
Merchants Yard Managing Agents- Forward Plan Entry Form - March 2025.pdf
Key Decision - Extension of the Kingdom Contract.pdf
Key Decision - Extension of the Kingdom Contract.pdf

Details

OutcomeFor Determination
Decision date21 Apr 2026