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Decisions

04/03/2021 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval for Cator Street 2 Main works - Stage 1 ref: 7313    Recommendations Approved

To approve the award of the stage 1 contract for works in relation to Cator Street (2)

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 08/03/2021

Effective from: 16/03/2021

Decision:

 

1.   That in consultation with the cabinet member for housing prior approval be formalised of the revised procurement strategy for the enabling works package as set out in paragraph 12 of the report.

 

2.   That in consultation with the cabinet member for housing that the award of the pre-construction services agreement (PCSA), stage one of the design and build contract, for the construction of 50 extra care housing units, additional seven wheelchair units and a multi-purpose community space to Engie Regeneration Limited in the sum of £724,500 for a period of 30 weeks commencing on 16 March 2021 be approved.

 

3.   That in consultation with the cabinet member for housing that the award of the enabling works package, to run concurrently with the PCSA, for the substation relocation to Engie Regeneration Limited for the sum of £370,500 be approved.

 

4.   That in consultation with the cabinet member for housing that the client contingency sums as set out in paragraph 89 of the closed report be noted.

Wards affected: Peckham;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


18/06/2019 - Gateway 3: Contract variation in relation to Willow Walk and deed of settlement ref: 6856    Recommendations Approved

To approve a variation to the original contract for works at Willow Walk

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 20/06/2019

Effective from: 28/06/2019

Decision:

That the following be approved:

 

1.  The variation to Balfour Beatty Construction Ltd (‘Balfour Beatty’) for pre-construction services, early works and main works contracts in respect of the Willow Walk new temporary hostel accommodation and general needs housing project for a total variation of £1,156,761. This applies to each contract as follows:

 

2.  A variation to the contract with Balfour Beatty for pre-construction services (PCSA) relating to the Willow Walk new temporary hostel accommodation and general needs housing project. .

 

3.  A variation to the contract with Balfour Beatty for enabling works related to the Willow Walk new temporary hostel accommodation and general needs housing project.

 

4.  A variation to the contract with Balfour Beatty for main works related to the Willow Walk new temporary hostel accommodation and general needs housing project.

 

 

 

 

Wards affected: Borough & Bankside; St George's;

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton


27/02/2019 - Authorisation of Debt Write-Offs over £5,000 for Place and Wellbeing Department, Commercial Rents ref: 6729    Recommendations Approved

To approve debt write off

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision published: 27/02/2019

Effective from: 07/03/2019

Decision:

That the write off of £320,036.54 for the three debts set out in the report be approved.

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton


20/12/2018 - Gateway 2 - Albert Westcott & Harold Maddison QHIP ref: 6682    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 20/12/2018

Effective from: 08/01/2019

Decision:

That the award of the Albert Westcott & Harold Maddison QHIP 2018/2019 via a min-competition from the major works constructor framework to Standage & Co. Ltd for a period of 36 weeks be approved.

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


24/09/2018 - GW3: Extension of contract for the Adult Integrated Drug & Alcohol Treatment System ref: 6604    Recommendations Approved

Approval of contract extension for the adult integrated drug and alcohol treatment system service

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Community Safety and Public Health

Decision published: 24/09/2018

Effective from: 02/10/2018

Decision:

1.  That the extension of the AIDATS contract with change, grow, live (cgl; a company limited by guarantee) for a maximum period of twelve (12) months commencing on 4 January 2019 at an estimated maximum contract value of up to £3,537,467 be approved.

 

2.  That the recommendation to extend the contract for one year only of the two year possible extension period on the basis of the rationale stated in the ‘reasons for variation’ section be noted.

 

3.  That it be noted that, should it be necessary to extend the contract for a further period not exceeding one year commencing on 4 January 2020, a further Gateway 3 variation decision report will be presented to the relevant decision-maker seeking approval to do so.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


20/09/2018 - Gateway 2 - Alberta Estate Houses QHIP ref: 6603    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 21/09/2018

Effective from: 29/09/2018

Decision:

That the award of the Alberta Estate House & Penton Place QHIP 2018-19 via a mini-competition from the major works constructor framework to Standage & Co. Ltd for a period of 36 weeks be approved.

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


24/08/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - refurbishment of former Castlemead Neighbourhood Housing Office and associated outbuilding ref: 6597    Recommendations Approved

To approve the award of contract for the refurbishment of the former Castlemead Neighbourhood Housing Office and associated outbuilding into council office accommodation

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision published: 24/08/2018

Effective from: 04/09/2018

Decision:

That the award of the contract for the remodelling and refurbishment of 232 Camberwell Road (known as Castlemead Neighbourhood Housing Office [NHO]) and the adjacent former nursery building into office accommodation to Interserve PLC in the sum of £1,347,154 for a period of 7 months commencing 10 October 2018 be approved. This total includes a contingency sum which will not be used without the authorisation of the Corporate Facilities project manager and the approval of the Adult Social Care Capital Board.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton


08/08/2018 - Gateway 3 - Variation Decison Asbestos Removal Contracts A & B ref: 6593    Recommendations Approved

2 year contract extension until 14 December 2020

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 08/08/2018

Effective from: 16/08/2018

Decision:

That the variation of the first asbestos removal contract (contract A) to Franklyn Shaw Associates Ltd to extend the term of the contract for a period of two years from 15 December 2018 at an estimated cost of £2.28m (£1.14m per annum) be approved.

 

That the variation of the second asbestos removal contract (contract B) to Ductclean (UK) Ltd to extend the term of the contract for a period of two years from 15 December 2018 at an estimated cost of £2.18m (£1.09m per annum) be approved.

 

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


08/08/2018 - Gateway 2 - Webber Row QHIP 17/18 ref: 6592    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 08/08/2018

Effective from: 16/08/2018

Decision:

That award of the Webber Row Estate QHIP 2017-18 via a mini-competition from the major works constructor framework to Standage and Co. Ltd for a period of 36 weeks be approved.

Wards affected: St George's;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


02/08/2018 - Gateway 3: Reablement Contracts NRS Transitional arrangements ref: 6590    Recommendations Approved

Approve contract extension for the reablement service

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Children and Adult Services

Decision published: 02/08/2018

Effective from: 10/08/2018

Decision:

That the extension of the existing contract with Medacs Healthcare (Medacs) for the delivery of New Reablement Services (NRS) from 31 July 2018 to 31 March 2019 at an estimated cost of £874k, making the total estimated contract value of £2.089m be approved.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton


31/07/2018 - Improved Customer Services Working Through Libraries ref: 6589    Recommendations Approved

Improving the customer service offer by working with libraries to deliver better self service functions

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing Management and Modernisation

Decision published: 01/08/2018

Effective from: 09/08/2018

Decision:

That the following be approved:

 

a)  That the Service Point at Walworth Road should close by the end of 2018 and re-purposed as the new location for Southwark Works.

 

b)  That the Service Point at Peckham be re-branded as a customer Self Service Point with some provision for face to face assistance for vulnerable residents.

 

c)  That the customer services appointment service offered at Blue Anchor Library ceases in December 2018

 

d)  That the customer service offered in the Dulwich Community shop ceases in October 2018.

 

e)  That a shared customer service model be established in conjunction with Southwark Library Services, giving customers access to self service assistance for simple enquires.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


29/06/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - Responsive Repairs and Maintenance Roofing and Rainwater Chargeable Contracts (North & South) ref: 6550    Recommendations Approved

Contract award to Communal Repair contractors

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 12/07/2018

Effective from: 20/07/2018

Decision:

1.  That the award of Contract A – Roofing and Rainwater Contract to Bridgewater Roofing Contractors Ltd (Bridgewater) for the estimated sum of £650,000 per annum for a period of two years from 1 October 2018 with the option to extend by a further 12 months making a total estimated contract value of £1,950,000 be approved.

 

2.  That the award ofContract B - Roofing and Rainwater Contract to A&E Elkins Ltd (Elkins) for theestimated sum of £650,000 per annum for a period of two years from 1 October2018 with the option to extend by a further 12 months making a total estimated contract value of £1,950,000 be approved.

 

3.  That it be noted that  both Bridgewater and Elkins will operate as a backup contractor to each contract area in the event of the failure to deliver the service, using their own tendered rates should this be required.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


11/07/2018 - Disposal of council's freehold interest in former car pound, Mandela Way, SE1    Recommendations Approved

To approve the disposal of the council’s freehold interest to the long leaseholder for a residential-led development.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 01/09/2017


29/06/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - Responsive Repairs and Maintenance Fire Protection Chargeable Contracts (North & South) ref: 6546    Recommendations Approved

Contract award to chargeable  Fire Protection  contractors

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 04/07/2018

Effective from: 12/07/2018

Decision:

1.  That the award of Contract A – Fire Protection Contract to CLC Contractors Limited (CLC) for the estimated sum of £500,000 per annum for a period of three years from 1 October 2018 making a total estimated contract value of £1,500,000 be approved.

 

2.  That the award of Contract B – Fire Protection Contract to PRB Estates Ltd (PRB) for the estimated sum of £500,000 per annum for a period of three years from 1 October 2018 making a total estimated contract value of £1,500,000 be approved.

 

3.  That it be noted that both CLC and PRB will operate as a backup contractor to each contract area in the event of the failure to deliver the service, using their own tendered rates should this be required.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


02/07/2018 - Quietway Canada Water to South Dock ref: 6542    Recommendations Approved

Approval to implement the scheme subject to the necessary statutory procedures and confirmation of construction funding.

 

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment, Transport Management and Air Quality

Decision published: 02/07/2018

Effective from: 10/07/2018

Decision:

That the scheme for implementation, as shown in the draft outline design (Appendix A of the report), which includes the changes summarised in paragraph 4 of the report, the Albion bridge design (Appendix D of the report), and the South Dock movable bridge recommended option (Appendix E of the report) subject to the necessary statutory procedures and confirmation of construction funding be approved.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Matthew Hill


28/06/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval : Area Z Camberwell Old Cemetery - Remediation Works Contract ref: 6537    Recommendations Approved

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Environment and Social Regeneration

Decision published: 28/06/2018

Effective from: 06/07/2018

Decision:

 

 

1.  That the award for the remediation works contract at Area Z Camberwell Old Cemetery at a contract value of £1,102,963.80 for a period of 21 weeks from 23 July 2018 to Vertase FLI Ltd be approved.

 

2.  That the allocation of a contingency totalling £434,209 which will be held within the capital project budget be approved.

 

 

Wards affected: Peckham Rye;

Lead officer: Deborah Collins


26/06/2018 - Tenants and Residents Social Improvements Grant (TRSIG) 2018-19 ref: 6535    Recommendations Approved

To approve the TRSIG funding for the delivery of social improvement initiatives involving Tenants and Resident Associations in council estates

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing Management and Modernisation

Decision published: 26/06/2018

Effective from: 04/07/2018

Decision:

That the Tenants & Residents Social Improvements Grant (TRSIG) programme recommendations for 2018-19 for a total sum of £183,747 to the 31 organisations detailed in Appendix 1 of the report be approved.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


20/06/2018 - Gateway 3: Corporate liability insurances ref: 6530    Recommendations Approved

To extend the corporate liability insurances contract.

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 21/06/2018

Effective from: 29/06/2018

Decision:

1.  That the extension of the corporate liability insurances contract, with QBE Insurance Ltd via RMP Ltd and Arthur J Gallagher (AJC) for a period of two years with effect from 1 October 2018 with an estimated annual value of £513,000, up to a total extension value of £1,026,000 be approved.

 

2.  That the associated extension be noted and approval be given for the associated spend as detailed in paragraph 7 of the liability insurance claims handling contract to Gallagher Bassett International Ltd in line with the liability insurer’s requirement for a period of two years with effect from 1 October 2018 with an estimated annual value of £93,124 at a total extension value of £186,248.

 

3.  That it be noted that the strategic director of finance and governance will consider and approve any changes to the insurance coverage that may be offered as appropriate.

 

4.  That it be noted that the contract will be extended by way of deed of variation to the original contract.

 

 

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


20/06/2018 - Gateway 3: Property and related insurances ref: 6531    Recommendations Approved

To agree the extension of the property insurance contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Finance and Governance

Decision published: 21/06/2018

Effective from: 29/06/2018

Decision:

 

1.  That the extension of the property insurance and related insurances contract, with Zurich Insurance plc, trading as Zurich Municipal (ZMI), for a period of two years with effect from 1 October 2018 at an estimated annual value of £1,500,000 with a total extension value of £3,000,000 be approved.

 

2.  That it be noted that the strategic director of finance and governance will consider and approve any changes to the insurance coverage that may be offered as appropriate.

 

3.  That it be noted that the contract will be extended by way of deed of variation to the original contract.

 

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


05/06/2018 - Gateway 2 Emba & Trottwood QHIP ref: 6524    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval – Emba & Trottwood QHIP

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 06/06/2018

Effective from: 14/06/2018

Decision:

That the award of the QHIP 2016/17 works for Emba Street, Trotwood House and Wickfield House via a mini-competition from the major works constructor framework to Saltash Enterprises Ltd for a period of 30 weeks, be approved.

Wards affected: North Bermondsey;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


01/05/2018 - Gateway 2 Bonamy Estate Externals ref: 6523    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval – Bonamy Estate Externals

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 25/05/2018

Effective from: 05/05/2018

Decision:

That the award of the Bonamy Estate Quality Homes Investment Programme 2016/17 via a min-competition from the major works constructor framework to Axis Europe Plc for a period of 40 weeks be approved.

Wards affected: Old Kent Road;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


17/04/2018 - Consultation on proposed closure of Wandsworth County Court and Blackfriars Crown Court ref: 6509    Recommendations Approved

The response to HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) consultation on the proposed closure of Wandsworth County Court and Blackfriars Crown Court set out in Appendix 1 is agreed.

 

Decision Maker: Leader of the Council

Decision published: 17/04/2018

Effective from: 25/04/2018

Decision:

That the response to HM Courts and Tribunals Service consultation on the proposed closure of Wandsworth County Court and Blackfriars Crown court set out in Appendix 1 of the report be agreed.


17/04/2018 - Discretionary Rate Relief Policy 2018 - 19 ref: 6508    Recommendations Approved

To approve policy under which c. £2.0m of government funded relief will be allocated to Southwark businesses affected by the national rate revaluation.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation and Performance

Decision published: 17/04/2018

Effective from: 25/04/2018

Decision:

That the 2018-19 discretionary relief policy for revaluation relief set out within Appendix 1 be agreed.

 

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield


12/04/2018 - Car Clubs Strategy ref: 6503    Recommendations Approved

To introduce a revised car club service contract.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment and the Public Realm

Decision published: 12/04/2018

Effective from: 20/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That a revised fixed bay car club service contract whereby any Carplus (1) accredited operator can apply for on-street fixed car club bay permit dependent upon approval by the council, and provided they meet criteria and sign up to a new service contract that commits them to specific monitoring requirements and performance indicators be introduced. The specifics of the fixed bay scheme proposals are detailed in section 12 of the report.

 

2.  That a revised car club service contract which allows an all-Southwark car club parking permit specifically for use by flexible car sharing vehicles be introduced. This would allow the formalisation of a flexible car sharing scheme in the borough by allowing Carplus accredited operators to apply for all-Southwark permits and sign a service contract.  These permits will allow these vehicles to park in all controlled parking areas of Southwark with the exception of certain excluded bays and streets. Specific proposals are detailed in section 13 the report.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Ian Smith


12/04/2018 - Cycling Quietway 14 - Section D Weston Street to Tower Bridge Road ref: 6504    Recommendations Approved

To approve the implementation of additional cycle route proposals.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment and the Public Realm

Decision published: 12/04/2018

Effective from: 20/04/2018

Decision:

That the implementation of the additional cycle route proposals, as detailed in Appendix A of the report, subject to the outcome of the necessary statutory procedures be approved.

 

Lead officer: Matthew Hill


04/04/2018 - Amending the shared equity rehousing policy for qualifying homeowners affected by regeneration ref: 6501    Recommendations Approved

To amend the Council’s current policy for homeowners who are affected by regeneration to include an alternative shared equity option for resident homeowners to access.

Decision Maker: Leader of the Council

Decision published: 05/04/2018

Effective from: 13/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That the amendments as set out in paragraphs 17 to 37 of the report in relation to the Council’s rehousing assistance policy for qualifying homeowners affected by regeneration, summarised below, be approved:

 

o  Minimum share under shared equity purchases to be revised from 50% to 25%

o  Homeowners will no longer have to invest their home loss payment as part of the acquisition of a replacement Council property

o  Homeowners will now be able to choose between two different Council shared equity products – shared equity or an equity loan

o  Inheritance clauses in shared equity and equity loan leases to be amended to allow one inheritance

o  Pre-emption clauses to be removed from shared equity or equity loan leases

o  Commitment to cover additional Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) costs to homeowners as a result of homeowners opting for the new equity loan model

 

2.  That officers progress discussions with the Council’s development partners for major regeneration schemes to seek where appropriate and possible, parity in the terms of the rehousing offer made by the Council and that of its partners.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Stephen Platts


03/04/2018 - Southwark Council's response to consultation on the draft Mayor's Economic Development Strategy for London ref: 6500    Recommendations Approved

To approve Southwark Council’s response to consultation on the draft Mayor’s Economic Development Strategy for London.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Business, Culture and Social Regeneration

Decision published: 03/04/2018

Effective from: 11/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That the consultation response be noted.

 

2.  That the formal consultation response as provided at Appendix 1 of the report be submitted.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Stephen Gaskell


03/04/2018 - Gateway 2 - Contract Award Construction of new build units at Pelier Street ref: 6499    Recommendations Approved

Contract award to contractors to build 17 new housing units

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 03/04/2018

Effective from: 11/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That the award of the works contract for Pelier Street to Neilcott Construction Ltd for the sum of £4,831,910, commencing Monday 2  April 2018 for a period of 56 weeks from site possession be approved.

 

2.  That the total scheme costs of £5,699,713 as detailed in paragraph 60 of the report be noted.

Wards affected: Newington till 2018;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


29/03/2018 - Camberwell Town Centre Improvements - Consideration of statutory objections ref: 6498    Recommendations Approved

To consider representations received during statutory consultation relating to the proposal to implement the Camberwell Town Centre project on Denmark Hill, Orpheus Street and Daneville Road.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment and the Public Realm

Decision published: 29/03/2018

Effective from: 10/04/2018

Decision:

  i.  That each of the objections based on the proposal’s rationale as summarised in Appendix D be rejected.

 

  ii.  That officers be instructed to write to each person who made representations to inform them of the council’s decision.

 

  iii.  That officers be instructed to make the necessary Traffic Management Order.

 

  iv.  That officers be instructed to proceed with implementation of the Camberwell Town Centre project on Denmark Hill, Orpheus Street, and Daneville Road as per the detailed design drawings in Appendix E.

 

Wards affected: Brunswick Park; Camberwell Green;

Lead officer: Matthew Hill


29/03/2018 - GW1 - South London Commissioning Group (SLCG) Procurement for Children's Residential Care and Independent Fostering

Seeking to approve procurement approach as part of the sub-regional framework for residential and independent fostering

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 0 - 2019+ Highways Service Delivery    Recommendations Approved

To approve the delivery service methods and procurement strategy for highways services following completion of the current Highways and Professional Services contract

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Deborah Collins

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 0 - Major Building Works

Approval of the Strategic Options Assessment

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing Management and Modernisation

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - National non-domestic rates write-offs over £5,000 and under £50,000

Write offs of NNDR debts over £5,000 and under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - 152 Fort Road, SE1, 48 Hayles Street, SE11 and 121 Grosvenor Park SE5

To dispose of the council’s freehold interest in the properties at auction

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2019

Wards affected: Camberwell Green; South Bermondsey; St George's;

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Indicative HRA budget and rent setting 2019-20    Recommendations Approved

To note the draft HRA budget for 2019-20 and rent setting

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Council tax base 2019-20

To set the council tax base and note that the NNDR base will be signed off by the s.151 officer

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2019-20 to 2021-22 update

To note the council’s deliberations for the 2019-20 general fund revenue budget and agree the next step in the budgeting process and the 2019-20 fees and charges

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2 - Nursing Care

Provisional date for the contract award following a procurement exercise for nursing care beds

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2019

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 1 - Major Building Works Framework

Procurement Strategy Approval

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 10/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 0 Major Building Works

Gateway 0 – Strategic Options Assessment for service provision major building works

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Community Land Trust - Sumner Road

Disposal of leasehold interest to the CLT

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 10/2018

Wards affected: Peckham;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract Award Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND) taxis for children, young people and vulnerable adults    Recommendations Approved

To approve the award of the SEND taxi framework

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Central Ballet School proposals at Paris Gardens, London SE1

To approve a loan of £3,000,000 to complete the fit out of the new ballet school.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 1: Procurement strategy approval - for Cator Street (2) works

To approve the procurement strategy for the works in relation to Cator Street (2)

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2019

Wards affected: Peckham;

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2 - Smeaton Court QHIP

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 08/2018

Wards affected: Chaucer;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2: Appointment Approval - New Spa School Camberwell (SEN Provision) - Main Contract

Report seeking approval to develop land owned by the DCLG and expend ESFA funding to provide new Autism Spectrum Disorder Primary and Secondary School by refurbishment of retained existing; demolition and provision of new build on the former LeSoCo site

Decision Maker: Chief Executive

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: Champion Hill;

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - Light commercial vehicles for the traded service division (second tranche)

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Environment and Social Regeneration

Decision due date: 05/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Deborah Collins

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Gateway 2: Contract Award Approval - Southwark Park Masterplan - Nursery site works

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Environment and Social Regeneration

Decision due date: 10/2018

Wards affected: Rotherhithe;

Lead officer: Deborah Collins

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Pupil Place Planning Report

Report seeking to inform members as to the adequacy of provision of primary and secondary school places

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 10/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 29/03/2018


29/03/2018 - Exchequer Services, Rent Arrears Debt Write-Off Over £5k Quarter 2 2017-18 ref: 6497    Recommendations Approved

To approve the write off of Former Tenant debt totalling £154,445.98.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Modernisation and Performance

Decision published: 29/03/2018

Effective from: 10/04/2018

Decision:

That the write off of Former Tenant debt as set out in Appendix 1 totalling £154,445.98 be approved.

Lead officer: Dominic Cain


11/02/2019 - Gateway 2 - Elizabeth Estate QHIP 17/18 ref: 6720    Recommendations Approved

Contract award approval

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision published: 29/03/2018

Effective from: 20/02/2019

Decision:

That the award of the Elizabeth Estate QHIP 2017-18 via a mini-competition from the major works constructor framework to Saltash Enterprises Ltd for a period of 46 weeks be approved.  

Wards affected: Faraday;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


26/03/2018 - Thorburn Square Parking Study - Recommendation for Controlled Parking Zone to be implemented ref: 6495    Recommendations Approved

To approve the implementation of a new parking zone in the Thorburn Square area subject to the outcome of any necessary statutory procedures.

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment and the Public Realm

Decision published: 26/03/2018

Effective from: 05/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That the implementation of a new parking zone in the Thorburn Square area, operating Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 6.30pm, subject to the outcome of any necessary statutory procedures, at an estimated cost of £99,548.80 comprising of £80,000 for implementation works and £19,548.80 staff costs be approved.

 

2.  That it be noted that statutory objections to the traffic order will be formally considered and determined before a decision is made to amend, if needed the new parking zone.

 

3.  That the position and type of parking bays and restrictions for the new parking zone and surrounding streets as shown in the detailed design save for any  minor amendments which may be required at the implementation stage as determined by officers (see Appendix 2 of the report) be approved.

 

4.  That the inclusion, in line with the council’s draft kerbside policy and subject to feasibility, of a ‘parklet’, planting or cycle parking (see paragraph 19 and Appendix 2 of the report) be approved.

 

5.  That increasing the shared mobility network, in line with the council’s draft kerbside policy, with the addition of four car club bays (Appendix 2 of the report) be approved.

 

6.  That it be noted that at Achilles Close, Abacanthus Drive and Abercorn Way, the Notting Hill Housing Trust, managing the St James Place development, has stated that they “will introduce parking controls to the parking bays [they] own on the estate to coincide with Southwark's parking controls, but this will only work if parking controls are also introduced on the road” (Appendix 1 - Additional comments, and paragraph 15 of the report).

 

7.  That it be noted that a parking zone review will take place approximately one year after implementation to assess the success of the zone, with subsequent amendments to be made as necessary.

Wards affected: South Bermondsey;

Lead officer: Matthew Hill


26/03/2018 - Tenant Fund Budget 2018-19 ref: 6494    Recommendations Approved

To approve the proposed Tenant Fund budget and the budget for Southwark Group of Tenants Organisations 2018-19.

Decision Maker: Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing

Decision published: 26/03/2018

Effective from: 05/04/2018

Decision:

1.  That the proposed 2018/19 Tenant Fund budget of £637k as summarised in Table 1 of the report following consultation with the Tenant Fund Management Committee and Tenant Council be approved.

 

2.  That the grant budget for Southwark Group of Tenants Organisations of £232k for 2018/19 attached as Appendix 1 of the report and the draft KPIs attached as Appendix 2 of the report be noted and approved.

 

3.  That an indicative maximum budget expenditure for project continuation as specified be approved.  Where further evaluation, monitoring and scrutiny of project budget proposals is taking place, officers will be responsible for authorising the amount to be allocated subject to the maximum project budgets contained in the report.  If the need for any new project is identified a separate report setting out the proposed project and funding sought will be brought to the Cabinet member.

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer


01/03/2018 - Gateway 2 - Contract award approval - Responsive repairs and maintenance metal work contract

Contract award to chargeable metal contractor

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Gateway 2: Care at Home and Community for Children and Young People with SEND

Approval of Gateway 2: Contract Award Report

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Children, Schools and Adult Care

Decision due date: 03/2019

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - December 2018

To write off any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Treasury Management - mid-year update 2018-19

To note treasury management operational activity at mid-year

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 11/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Policy and Resources Strategy financial remit 2019-20

To note the financial remit for 2019-20

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Anti-abortion protests

To agree next steps

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Southwark Skills Strategy - Delivery Plan    Recommendations Approved

To approve the delivery plan for Southwark’s skills strategy

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Nina Dohel, Stephen Gaskell

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


01/03/2018 - Gateway 1 - Nursing Care

The procurement strategy to establish new contractual arrangements for nursing care beds

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 01/2019

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 01/03/2018


22/12/2017 - New Homes Rehousing Options

To approve rehousing options for residents impacted by New Homes Programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Housing Management and Modernisation

Decision due date: 07/2018

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Quietway Bermondsey to Catford

Approval to implement subject to statutory consultation

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Environment and the Public Realm

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Deborah Collins

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - September 2018

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Housing benefit overpayment write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - September 2018

Write off of housing benefit overpayment debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - September 2018

Write off of NNDR debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - September 2018

To write off any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Policy and Resources Strategy revenue monitoring report, including treasury management 2018-19    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast revenue outturn position, including treasury management

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Policy and Resources Strategy 2019-20 to 2021-22: Scene setting report

To note the outcomes and implications of the local government funding position for the council and agree the MTFS and efficiency statement

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


22/12/2017 - Gateway 1 - Procurement Strategy approval - Local Community Offer (VCS Hubs)    Recommendations Approved

Report seeking approval for the procurement of Voluntary Sector Hubs to provide the first point of contact for Adult Social Care and support residents in the first instance

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 22/12/2017


01/12/2017 - Peckham QHIP 2018-2019 - Batch 5

To approve the upcoming major works programme under JCT Framework tender.

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 01/2020

Wards affected: Peckham;

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/12/2017


01/11/2017 - Elephant and Castle shopping centre progress report

To provide the progress report called for by Cabinet on 9 May 2017 and to set out next steps to deliver a new shopping centre.

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2020

Wards affected: North Walworth; St George's;

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - Southwark Athletics Centre Building (Main Contractor)

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Environment and Social Regeneration

Decision due date: 01/2020

Wards affected: Peckham Rye;

Lead officer: Rebecca Towers

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Gateway 2: Contract Award - Lots A3 Southwark Regeneration in Partnership Programme - LOT A

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Place and Wellbeing

Decision due date: 11/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Policy and Resources Strategy: capital monitoring report outturn 2017-18 and capital programme refresh 2018-19    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast capital outturn position and to approve amendments to the capital programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Treasury Management Performance - 2017-18 annual report and prudential indicators

To note the treasury management performance and outturn for prudential indicators on capital finance, debt and investments 2017-18

Decision Maker: Council Assembly

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Policy and Resources Strategy financial remit 2019-20    Recommendations Approved

To note the financial remit for 2019-20

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Policy and Resources Strategy: revenue monitoring report outturn, including treasury management 2017-18    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast revenue outturn position for 2017-18, including treasury management

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 07/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Gateway 2: Contract Award approval for the delivery of Mixed Tenure Development, Schools and Commercial units at Beormund School Site - Southwark Regeneration in Partnership - Lot A5

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Housing allocations scheme

Authority the proposed housing allocations scheme to be the subject of a formal 12 week consultation period

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 12/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


01/11/2017 - Elephant and Castle Centre Compulsory Purchase Order

To seek compulsory purchase powers that may be needed to secure the consented redevelopment of the Elephant and Castle Shopping Centre

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2020

Wards affected: North Walworth; St George's;

Lead officer: Kevin Fenton

Notice of decision: 01/11/2017


02/10/2017 - Council tax write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - June 2018

Write off of council tax debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 02/10/2017


02/10/2017 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - June 2018

Write off of NNDR debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 02/10/2017


02/10/2017 - National non-domestic rates write offs over £50,000 - June 2018

Write off any NNDR debts over £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 02/10/2017


01/08/2017 - Gateway 1: Procurement strategy approval - professional technical services    Recommendations Approved

Approval of the procurement strategy for multi-disciplinary and individual lots for specialist professional technical services framework consisting of 10 lots

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Michael Scorer

Notice of decision: 01/08/2017


27/04/2017 - Gateway 1 & 2: Procurement strategy approval - Queens Road 4 council offices

To approve the strategy for procuring works and professional services for new council offices at Queens Road 4

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Housing

Decision due date: 07/2018

Lead officer: Eleanor Kelly

Notice of decision: 27/04/2017


29/03/2017 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - external solicitors panel    Recommendations Approved

To approve the award of contract

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 29/03/2017


01/02/2017 - Policy and resources strategy: capital monitoring report, including capital programme update 2018-19    Recommendations Approved

To note the forecast capital outturn position and to approve amendments to the capital programme

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 01/02/2017


01/12/2016 - Gateway 2: Contract award approval - provision of cycle hangars

Contract award for provision of cycle hangars

Decision Maker: Strategic Director of Environment and Social Regeneration

Decision due date: 09/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Deborah Collins

Notice of decision: 01/12/2016


30/09/2016 - Housing benefit overpayment write offs over £5,000 and under £50,000 - June 2018

Write off of housing benefit overpayment debts over £5,000 but under £50,000

Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Finance, Performance and Brexit

Decision due date: 06/2018

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: Duncan Whitfield

Notice of decision: 30/09/2016


03/03/2016 - Gateway 1: Procurement strategy approval - reablement services

Report seeking approval to procure a new supplier of reablement services

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Decision due date: 03/2020

Wards affected: (All Wards);

Lead officer: David Quirke-Thornton

Notice of decision: 03/03/2016