Decision details

To agree that the contract for grounds maintenance services to schools in East Surrey is awarded to the recommended provider

Part 2

That following consideration of the results of the procurement process, set out in item 21, the award of a contract be agreed on the basis, as set out in the Part 2 Annex.

Reasons for Decisions

The existing contracts will expire on 31 December 2012, a waiver has been agreed by PRG number WR0590 (8/8/12) to extend existing contract arrangements for one month until 31 January 2013 to allow for adequate ‘start up’ processes to be ready.  A full tender process, in compliance with the requirement of EU Procurement Legislation and Procurement Standing Orders has been completed, and the recommendations provide best value for money for the Council following a thorough evaluation process.

[The decisions on this item can be called in by the Council Overview and Scrutiny Committee]