Cabinet considered the exemption to contract standing orders for the appointment of a construction project manager and design team.
The report considered the options available for the selection and appointment of a project manager and design team in relation to the replacement of the leisure centre in Staines-upon-Thames.
Alternative options considered and rejected by the Cabinet:
Not to agree the exemption.
Resolved to exempt contract standing orders to delegate the selection of a construction project manager and the construction design team to the Group Head of Regeneration and Growth in consultation with the Deputy Chief Executive and the Leader of the Council.
Reasons for decision:
To ensure the development project is progressed as swiftly as possibly.