Decision

To approve, award and enter into a new contract to Mares SPA (Zoggs) for the supply of Resaleable goods (Swim) for an initial term of 5 years with an option to extend for a period up to a further 5 years commencing on 1 June 2026

Value: £650,000 (over the initial 5 years, £130,000 annually) £1,300,000 full contract term (10 years)

Reasons for the decision

The current contract for the supply of resaleable goods for the existing leisure centres, was tendered in 2021 and expires 31 May 2026, with the successful supplier (Mares SPA) providing the service since that date. A sourcing plan was approved that confirmed the route to market was an open FTS.

Two compliant, viable bids and 3 bids deemed non-compliant were received, and following evaluation Mares SPA (Zoggs) were awarded the contract upon receiving the highest points overall.

The centre has the purchase of stock within its budget, however ultimately this is an income driven contract where the onward selling of the goods provides income and profit to the leisure centres.

The value is budgeted based on previous expenditure, however due to the nature of purchasing stock this may fluctuate annually.

I confirm that in making this decision I have considered the following in line with Wiltshire Council’s Constitution:

Key decision requirements:N/A

Views of relevant cabinet member(s), committee chairman, area board(s):N/A

Consultation with cabinet member(s), the Leader and Scrutiny (for Executive decisions taken under Emergency Powers):N/A

Consultation in accordance with the council’s consultation guidance and the views emanating from that process:N/A

Implication of any council policy, initiative, strategy or procedure:N/A

Staffing, financial and legal implications:N/A

The assessment of any associated risks in accordance with the Council’s risk management strategy:N/A

Involvement of appropriate statutory officers and/or corporate directors and directors:N/A

Regional or national guidance from other bodies where relevant:N/A

The council’s constitution, including the Procurement and Contract Rules (Part 10) and the Financial Regulations and Procedure Rules (Part 9), all relevant guidance, legislation, codes of practice, and protocols:N/A

Alternative options considered

Other options considered
Leisure could not provide re-sale swimming goods

Reason for rejection
This would mean that centres would no longer benefit from additional income this provides and would be a reduction in offerings for our customers.