The Assistant Director for Asset Management introduced the report of the Director of Regeneration and Place which sought authority to accept the tender submitted by KDE Ltd for a 2-year contract for electrical works. It was outlined that the contract included day to day responsive repairs, installation and planned maintenance, including out of hours emergency works.

Members discussed the importance of social value particularly in the context of awarding contracts to local firms who employ Wirral residents. Officers were encouraged to give consideration to community wealth building when awarding contracts.

Resolved – That KDE Ltd be awarded the schedule of rates contract for initial 2-year period with an option to extend for a further year to undertake day to day responsive repairs, installation, and planned maintenance of electrical works, within approved budget and in accordance with the most economically advantageous tender criteria.