The purpose of the report of the Strategic Commissioner for Environment is to seek approval to the re-commissioning of Highway Services, including the commencement of the necessary procurement processes, based on the proposed ‘direct control/ ownership’ model. This is necessary to ensure service delivery arrangements are in place for October, 2018 when the current contract arrangement expires.

Resolved – That the re-commissioning of Highway Services, including the commencement of the necessary procurement processes and market engagement, based on the proposed ‘direct control/ ownership’ model outlined in this report, be approved.