Decision details

Cabinet considered a report on the urgent need to undertake works at 3 Roundwood Avenue, Stockley Park following the unexpected mechanical failure of the main chiller and boilers.

It was proposed that the Council forward funds the works, given their scale, and recovers the costs from the tenants via the service charge over the next 18 months.

Alternative options considered and rejected by the Cabinet:

Formally agree not to forward fund the works  

Resolved to:

1.    Approve the expenditure of £271,600 for the forward funding of works to replace the central plant (chiller and boiler system) at 3 Roundwood Avenue;

2.    Approve the appointment of contractor B for the chiller works, and contractor D for the boiler replacement, following a competitive tender process; and 

3.    Authorise the Group Head of Corporate Governance to enter into any legal documentation necessary to formalise the appointments.

Reason for Decision

The works are of an urgent nature following the unexpected mechanical failure of the main chiller and boilers.

The building is fully let with repair and maintenance costs recoverable through a service charge.  The works will greatly enhance the future potential for securing new lettings in the building.

The works have been competitively tendered and represent good value to the Council.