The report provided for information to advise members of the forthcoming procurement via an open EU compliant procurement process, of a framework agreement for the provision of consultancy services for the Regeneration and Business Directorate.

1.      That the development and the implementation of a framework for the provision of consultancy services to support the Regeneration & Business Directorate be approved.

2.      That a notice be published in the Official Journal of the European Union (OJEU) to invite Expressions of Interest from Suppliers wishing to tender.

3.      To authorise the Director of Regeneration & Business, in consultation with the Executive Member for Regeneration, to approve the successful professional services suppliers, to be added to the framework, following assessment of organisational fit and best value.