Decision

Authorise the Strategic Procurement Hub to execute the following contract, in relation to the construction works at Hindon Salt Store:

• JCT 2011 construction contract between Wiltshire Council & Rigg Construction.

Reasons for the decision

As the Corporate Director of Resources, I am responsible for any matters relating to Assets and Capital Build projects on behalf of Wiltshire Council. The power to decide in respect of this matter is delegated to me pursuant to Part 3D1 of Wiltshire Council’s Constitution.

The Hindon Stagger Salt Store project is the last of the projects that form the Depot & Office Strategy capital programme approved in 2018/19. The programme ensures the delivery of a resilient, efficient and effective winter maintenance service compliant with statutory requirements. The Hindon Stagger Salt Store is a new build in a strategic location and will facilitate the closure of the old facility in Mere.

Following a tender exercise we have successfully identified a preferred contractor and a competitive solution to delivering this contract.

This appointment is a construction contract, JCT 2011 between Wiltshire Council & Rigg Construction. The total cost of these services is [redacted].

A decision to proceed with this appointment will enable building works to be completed to ensure that the statutory winter maintenance service can continue to be provided.

See the attached document for considerations in line with Wiltshire Council’s Constitution.

Alternative options considered

Proceed with alternate tender – discounted on cost and quality basis