Issue - meetings

RECOMMENDATIONS:

2.1. To approve renewal of the lease for Units 9 and 10 Bush Industrial, terms set out in Exempt Appendix 1

2.2. To approve sub lease for Unit 10 with the successful materials supply tender, terms set out in Exempt Appendix 1.

2.3. To delegate authority to enter into a new lease and to award a sub-lease to the Corporate Director of Community Wealth Building, after consultation with the Executive Member for Finance, Planning & Performance and the Corporate Director of Resources.

DECISIONS

AGREED RECOMMENDATIONS

Reasons for the decision – as detailed in the report

Other options considered – as detailed in the report

Conflicts of interest / dispensations granted – none

RESOLVED:

(a) To approve renewal of the lease for Units 9 and 10 Bush Industrial Estate, on the terms set out in Exempt Appendix 1 of the report of the Executive Member for Finance and Performance.

(b) To approve a sub lease for Unit 10 with the successful materials supply tender, also on the terms set out in Exempt Appendix 1 of the report of the Executive Member for Finance and Performance.

(c) To delegate authority to enter into a new lease and to award a sub-lease to the Corporate Director of Community Wealth Building, after consultation with the Executive Member for Finance and Performance and the Corporate Director of Resources.

Reasons for the decision – To support the ongoing delivery of the in-house joinery service, as well as supporting the approved procurement strategy for the provision of construction and building materials.

Other options considered – All possible alternatives were considered when coming to the decision of renewing the lease of Units 9 and 10, including the option of utilising existing space within our current premises, or partnering with an external vendor to provide specialist counter service.

Conflicts of interest / dispensations granted – none