Issue - meetings

To approve the procurement strategy to undertake a tender procedure for two electrical installations refurbishment and maintenance contracts.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the procurement strategy outlined in the report to undertake a tender procedure for two electrical installations refurbishment and maintenance contracts be approved:

·  Contract A - Bermondsey, Rotherhithe, Walworth and Borough and Bankside at an estimated annual cost of £4.26m

·  Contract B – Camberwell, Dulwich, Peckham and Nunhead at an estimated annual cost of £4.06m.

each for a period of five years from October 2024 (at an estimated combined total cost £41.6m) with the option to extend up to a further two years (in increments at the council’s sole discretion subject to performance) making an estimated total contract value for both contracts of £58.24m.

2.  That it be noted that the procurement strategy in the report will result in bidders being required to bid as backup to each other on their tendered rates to ensure an efficient service delivery.

3.  That the development of an in-house option as detailed in paragraphs 29, 70 and 84 of the report be noted.

4.  That authority be delegated to the strategic director of housing in consultation with the cabinet member to approve the gateway 2 report for the two electrical installations refurbishment and maintenance contracts for the reasons detailed in paragraph 42 of the report.