Decision details

The confidential report of the Chief was presented by the Executive Member (Resources), Councillor Peter Wilson.

The report set out the procurement process and allocated budget for the purchase of architectural design services for an Extra Care Scheme in Chorley, to be located on Fleet Street.

Decision:

1.         To approve the procurement process and provide agreement for the tender to be advertised on the chest.

2.         To delegate the decision to appoint the successful bidder to the Executive Member for Resources.

Reasons for recommendation(s)

There is currently no expertise within the Council to do the design work necessary to progress this project. This work is essential in order to develop design options which will inform the financial modelling and ultimately the final design and business case for the scheme.

Alternative options considered and rejected

None.