Decision details

Cabinet considered a report on the selection of a supplier of a refuse collection vehicle.

The Council agreed the budget for the purchase of a new refuse collection vehicle in June 2019. To ensure the vehicle could be ordered and delivered as soon as possible, bearing in mind the lead in time for the build and delivery was up to 11 months, Cabinet was asked to delegate the selection of the supplier to the Group Head of Neighbourhood Services in consultation with  the portfolio holder.

Alternative options considered and rejected by the Cabinet

Not to agree the delegation.

Resolved to delegate the selection of the supplier of a refuse collection vehicle to the Group Head of Neighbourhood Services in consultation with the portfolio holder.

Reason for decision

To ensure that the procurement of the refuse collection vehicle can progress as soon as possible due to the long lead in time for delivery.