Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 29, 2025

Purpose: This report seeks authorisation for a short term contract for works to void properties pending the retendering of the Council’s repairs and maintenance framework.

Content: (a)    That the award of a contract to GenOne for the repair of housing void properties, be approved.   (b)    That authority be delegated to the Executive Director for Place, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Property & Assets and Economic Growth and the Director of Legal and Democratic to agree contract terms before the contract start.   Reason for the decision   To enable swift and effective repairs to housing void properties ensuring the optimum possible turn around and vacancy period, initially between April and September 2025, in advance of any new contractual arrangements for repairs and maintenance in Dorset.