Decision

Cabinet approval to exempt the procurement of Groundworks service from the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules and to award a contract to Groundwork Five Counties. This report also seeks delegated authority for the Strategic Director responsible for Housing, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder, to finalise and enter into all associated contractual documentation.

Reasons for the decision

Cabinet approval was required because the total potential value of the contract exceeds £100,000 and because a procurement exemption was necessary owing to the lack of competition. Authority was delegated to Strategic Director responsible for Housing, in consultation with the Portfolio Holder, to finalise and enter into all associated contractual documentation.

Alternative options considered

N/A