Decision details

The report of the Director of Public Protection, Streetscene and Community was presented by the Executive Member (Streetscene Services), Councillor Adrian Lowe. 

The market was competitive which meant the council would achieve better value for money.

Decision:

1.   Approval granted that the waste collection contract cease on 31 March 2019 as provided for in the existing contract, and the contract savings to Veolia was repaid.

2.   Approval granted for work to commence on determining how waste should be collected after March 2019 to include the findings of the County wide waste review, and how to ensure procurement of this service offered the Council best value for money.

Reasons for recommendation(s)

By going out to the market for 2019 the Council is likely to achieve better value for money for what is its largest contract.

Alternative option(s) considered and rejected

To extend the contract and go to the market in 2021.