Purpose

Walton Leigh is an 88 place state maintained Special School for
young people aged 11 to 19 with severe and complex learning
difficulties. Managed by the Land and Property Team, this
initiative focuses on renovating an existing building and providing
a storage space extension and a new build garden room to
incorporate the following facilities, contributing to an increased
pupil numbers from 88 to 92 starting from September 2024
 
The
key objectives of this project are:
 

Timely Completion: Ensure the project is completed within the
specified timeframe to achieve completion during the school closure
period (summer holiday).
Budget Adherence: Manage costs effectively, adhering to the
allocated budget without compromising the quality and safety
standards of the project.
Quality Assurance: Maintain high construction and safety
standards throughout the project, guaranteeing a durable and
reliable school facility

 
Procurement for this project follows Surrey County Council (SCC)
Procurement & Contract Standing Orders and the Public Contracts
Regulations 2015. The procurement strategy has been developed to
secure a contractor through a single-stage competitive tendering
process, ensuring compliance and achieving the best value for
money.
 
This redevelopment is critical for enhancing the operational
efficiency of school, providing a future-proof facility that
supports the community's safety and well-being of the children. The
project aligns with SCC's vision for a resilient and sustainable
infrastructure that meets the needs of Surrey residents now and
into the future
 
This proposal has been approved by the Capital Programme Panel
through an outline business case.
 

Content

It
was AGREED to award the contract for the Redevelopment of Walton
Leigh School Fowlers Building Contractors.