Decision details

Noted the development by the Chief Executive of the tender evaluation criteria based on the attributes, and their order, detailed in paragraph 2.2 of the report of the Director of Operational Services; 

approved the Employer’s requirements reproduced at Annex B; 

approved the invitation of tenders which provide opportunities for tenderers to propose payment arrangements including a single payment at the completion of all premises;

agreed to the imposition of a three month period subsequent to the award of contract to conclude a development agreement;

authorised the Chief Executive, after consultation with the Leader of the Council, to determine the timing of land transfers within the development agreement and the final space requirement; and

agreed to the release of £200,000 referred to in MTP 300 - Pathfinder House Improvements and One Stop Shop. 

To enable work to progress on securing a new headquarters and other accommodation