Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: August 19, 2025

Purpose: The Cabinet will be asked to approve procurement arrangements for the continued provision of fuel supplies for the Council’s transport fleet.

Content: Cabinet resolved to:   (i)  Agree to waive the requirement to tender under the provisions of Contract Rule 33.5 (h) and award short-term contracts covering the period 1 March 2025 to 30 November 2025 to enable the continued purchase of liquid fuel and ancillary products on existing terms from the incumbent contractors, Watson Fuels and New Era Fuels respectively;   (ii)  Agree that the Council proceeds with the procurement of contracts for the provision of liquid fuel and ancillary products through the CCS Framework Agreement RM6305 National Fuels 3 commencing 1 December 2025, in accordance with the strategy set out in the report; and   (iii)  Delegate authority to the Strategic Director, Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with the Head of Legal, to conduct the procurement and award and enter into the contract(s) and any other ancillary agreements with the successful bidder(s).