Decision details

The report of the Director of Customer and Advice Services was presented by the Executive Member (Customer and Advice Services) and outlined the proposed next steps for the refurbishment of Cotswold supported Housing following the outcome of the bid to the Homes and Communities Agency for Homeless Change Grant funding.

The report also sought delegated authority for the awarding of the contract of works by the Executive Member (Resources)

Decision:

1.            Approval granted that the Homes and Communities Contract for Homeless Change Programme funding is accepted along with the associated grant payments totalling £658,735.00.

2.            Approval granted that the Council commences the procurement exercise to select a contractor to undertake the schedule of works to complete the final phase of modernisation of the building and its facilities for homeless people.

3.            Approval granted that the decision to award the contract of works to the successful bidder be delegated to the Executive Member (Resources)

Reasons for recommendation(s)

1.            The refurbishment of Cotswold Supported Housing will be complete and no further significant investment will be required.

2.            The quality of the accommodation will be the same for all 25 flats and the facilities available for life skills, education and training on site will be much improved.

Alternative options considered and rejected.

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