Decision(s)
(1) the setting up of the framework as detailed within this report and including the following suppliers Kompan Ltd, Groundwork and Leisure Services Ltd, Playsound Services Ltd and Wicksteed Ltd be approved, the total value of the contract is estimated to be £500,000 (including VAT) over a 4-year period.
(2) the awarding of call-off contract for works under the framework be delegated to the Assistant Director for Operational In-House Services and it be noted that works will be offered in order of framework lot ranking. Where a supplier ranked 1 for Lots 1 and 3 is unable to supply works we would source works from the next available ranked supplier and so forth.
Reason(s) for the Decision(s):
The Council has a requirement to engage with suitable suppliers to carry out safety surfacing, play equipment and fencing installation and maintenance to play areas located across the borough of Sefton.
Alternative Options Considered and Rejected
None. This is a procurement process.