Decision details

1.         To agree the outline proposal for the staffing of an insourced property services contract at paragraphs 17-23 of the report.

2.         To authorise the further investigation of the proposed structure at paragraphs 24 and 25 of the report.

The Executive Member for Resources, Policy and Performance presented the confidential report which updated Members on and sought approval of the proposed structure of a Property Services team within the Council following the termination of the contract with Liberata Property Services.

Decision made

1.         Authorisation granted to the outline proposal for the staffing of an insourced property services contract at paragraphs 17-23 of the report.

2.         Authorisation granted to the further investigation of the proposed structure at paragraphs 24 and 25 of the report.

Reason(s) for decision

The proposal will provide a fit for purpose property service and greater flexibility and resilience in service provision across the council.

Alternative option(s) considered and rejected

1.        It continues to be an option to extend the existing contract with Liberata for a further 2 years.  However, this is not being pursued unless greater savings can be offered by Liberata.

2.         Collaborative or shared working is not being completely discounted and may form part of any final proposal brought to Council for the establishment of this service.  However there would need to be demonstrable benefits in terms of cost, efficiency and service improvement in order for this to be considered as a viable option.