The report proposes a Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Framework Agreement as the primary vehicle to deliver a wide range of mechanical and electrical engineering projects. It is envisaged that the Agreement will be operational for two years with yearly options to extend for a further two years.

1.         That the implementation of a Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Framework be approved.

2.         To authorise the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Executive Member for Education and Skills, to appoint successful applicants to the Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Framework, following the outcome of the competitive process set out in paragraphs 14 to 24 in the report.

The Executive considered a report from the Executive Member for Education and Skills that sought approval for the development and implementation of a Framework Contract for the delivery of Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Projects.

Reason for decision:  To implement a Framework that would be used to deliver projects of varying sizes and scope, on time, to an agreed cost and appropriate quality to meet end user requirements.

RESOLVED

1.         that the implementation of a Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Framework be approved; and

2.         to authorise the Director of Community Services, in consultation with the Executive Member for Education and Skills, to appoint successful applicants to the Mechanical and Electrical Minor Works Framework, following the outcome of the competitive process set out in paragraphs 14 to 24 in the report.

The decision was unanimous.