Decision details

Decision

(a)  That Dorset Council enters a contract with Hanson Contracting for delivery of the capital element of this project subject to planning consent being obtained.

(b)  That authority be delegated to the Executive Director of Place, in consultation with the relevant Cabinet Portfolio Holder, to award the contract.

Reason for the decision

Cabinet is required to approve all key decisions with financial consequences of £500,000 or more.  The Weymouth Station Gateway project has received significant funding to deliver a project.  The Dorset Coast Forum team seek an assurance from Cabinet that they can pay an amount above £500,000 when this is claimed by Hanson Contracting in accordance with any limits agreed in the project delivery terms.

Consultees

Public Health Dorset, Weymouth BID and Weymouth Town Council.

Budget Implications

Full details set out within the committee report to Cabinet of 7 September 2021

Agenda for Cabinet on Tuesday, 7th September, 2021, 10.00 am - Dorset Council

Decision

(a)  That Dorset Council enters a contract with Hanson Contracting for delivery of the capital element of this project subject to planning consent being obtained.

(b)  That authority be delegated to the Executive Director of Place, in consultation with the relevant Cabinet Portfolio Holder, to award the contract.