Decision Maker: Lewes District Council Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: March 20, 2025

Purpose: The report will bring forward options and recommendations for successor arrangements to replace the current Grounds Maintenance contract with ID Verde which terminates in March 2026.  A decision will be required with regards to the options presented and recommendations proposed to agree and determine successor arrangements for both Lewes and Eastbourne councils. 

Content: (Key decision):   (1) To approve a hybrid approach for future grounds maintenance delivery, which includes contracting to an external provider for the council’s grounds maintenance core service provision via a joint procurement exercise with Eastbourne Borough Council.   (2) Give delegated authority to the Deputy Chief Executive and Director of Regeneration and Planning, in consultation with the Leader and portfolio holder, to develop and progress operational and procurement plans to ensure new service arrangements are in place for April 2026, including all contractual and ancillary arrangements.