Decision Maker: Executive Co-Portfolio Holder for Housing Decisions

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 26, 2024

Purpose: Approval to commence tendering for Kitchen and Bathroom Installation Contract

Content: Having considered the comments of the Landlord Services Advisory Board (Executive Working Group), the Executive Co-Portfolio Holder for Housing (Operations) and Services, Councillor Paul Rivers,   RESOLVED to,   Recommendation   1.     Commence the procurement for kitchen and bathroom replacements with the assistance of GBC Procurement.   2.     The recommended route to market of a mini competition run through the LHC Framework (Refurbishment & Modernisation Framework (RM3) and in accordance with the relevant procurement legislation.   3.     The involvement and engagement of the Tenant Panel as part of the procurement process.   Reason(s) for Recommendation:   1.     The current contract with the incumbent contractor is due to expire in March 2026, but due to an uplift in kitchen and bathroom installation works required we are seeking enhanced supplier capability.   2.     A mini competition run through the LHC Framework - Refurbishment & Modernisation Framework (RM3) will deliver value for money to the Council.