This report recommends acceptance of a tender from C and D Surfacing Limited, and award of a contract for the provision of the works to undertake bituminous and asphalt patching work on roads within Wirral.

The Wirral Plan 2021-2026 sets out the council’s vision to secure the best possible future for our residents, defined by the community prosperity we create and supported by our excellent people and services. This proposal directly supports the following key themes within that plan:

·  A prosperous inclusive economy where local people can get good jobs and achieve their aspirations; and

·  Safe, vibrant communities where people want to live and raise their families.

The purpose of the works provided under the proposed contract is to enable the council to meet its statutory duties under Section 41 of the Highways Act 1980, by undertaking repairs to dangerous defects on the council’s roads. The contract also enables proactive maintenance repairs to be made.