Decision details

The Cabinet is asked to consider the contents of this report in respect of proposed contracts to be procured 2022-2023 which are in addition to those on the procurement forward plan approved by Cabinet on 1 March 2022.

Cabinet considered the contents of the report of 6 September 2022, in respect of proposed contracts as set out in Appendix 1, which were in addition to those on the forward plan that was approved by Cabinet on 1 March 2022 and

It was agreed:

(a)  To begin each procurement processes listed in Appendix 1 of the report.

(b)  That in each instance the further step of making any contract award should be delegated to the relevant Cabinet portfolio holder, in consultation with the relevant Executive Director.

Reason for the decision

Cabinet is required to approve all key decisions with financial consequences of £500k or more. It is also good governance to provide Cabinet with a summary of all proposed procurement prior to them formally commencing.