Decision details

Matter for Decision

To consider the replacement of the existing single glazed windows within the Barnwell House Offices with double glazed sealed units.

Decision of the Executive Councillor for Customer Services and Resources

Financial recommendations

(i)                  Approved the commencement of this scheme, which is already included in the Council’s Capital & Revenue Project Plan (PR024 – Commercial Properties Asset Replacement Programme).

Procurement recommendations

(ii)                 Approved the carrying out and completion of the procurement of the replacement of the windows within the Barnwell House Offices subject to:

·       The permission of the Director of Resources being sought prior to proceeding if the quotation or tender sum exceeds the estimated contract.

·       The permission from the Executive Councillor being sought before proceeding if the value exceeds the estimated contract by more than 15%.

Reasons for the Decision

As set out in the officer’s report.

Any Alternative Options Considered and Rejected

Not applicable.

Scrutiny Considerations

The committee received a report from the Head of Property regarding Barnwell House Offices.

In response to Councillor Rosenstiel’s question the Head of Property said that installing the double qlazing would make the building more commercially attractive and therefore easier to rent out.

The Committee resolved unanimously to endorse the recommendations.

The Executive Councillor approved the recommendations.

Conflicts of Interest Declared by the Executive Councillor (and any Dispensations Granted)

Not applicable.