Decision details

Award of contract to Silver DCC for tender cost analysis on the scheme known as Barbara Hucklesbury in accordance with CSOs 11.01 and 11.02 for the value of £5,500 plus VAT

Decision Maker: Head of Housing Development

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

It is recommended that:

The Head of Housing Development approves awarding a contract to Silver DCC for tender cost analysis services for the scheme known as Barbara Hucklesbury for the value of £5,500 plus VAT in accordance with CSOs 11.01 and 11.02.

The scheme’s appointed Employer’s Agent (EA) contract was terminated in July 2025. At that point, the scheme was already out to tender, and to ensure continuity, Silver DCC was appointed on a short-term basis to support the conclusion of the tender evaluation process and assist with contract finalisation.

Reasons for the decision:

This appointment supports the delivery of this scheme.

Alternative options considered:

The Council could opt not to appoint this consultant; however, this decision would adversely affect and hinder the delivery of new council homes. Conducting this survey is a mandatory requirement.

Publication date: 13/10/2025

Date of decision: 13/10/2025