Cabinet were advised on the procurement process for the Motor and Engineering Insurance contracts by the Director of Finance and he recommended the awarding of both contracts to Zurich Municipal for five years from 1 April 2009.

Resolved: That

(1)  the Motor Insurance contract be awarded to Zurich Municipal for a period of 3 years commencing from 1 April 2009 with an option to extend for a further 2 years;

(2)  the Engineering inspection and insurance contract be awarded to Zurich Municipal  for a period of 3 years commencing from 1 April 2009 with an option to extend for a further 2 years; and

(3)  the annual saving of £47,519 be noted.