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Report of the Corporate Director, Community

RESOLVED:   That

(1)          approval be granted for the Head of Economic Development and Research, following consultation with the Head of Procurement, to undertake a procurement process for the selection of supplier(s) to deliver the fit out of the new Greenhill Library as part of the development at Harrow Square, 51 College Road, to replace the existing Gayton Library;

(2)          the Corporate Director of Community, following consultation with the Portfolio Holder for Regeneration, Planning and Employment, and the Portfolio Holder for Finance and Resources, be authorised to award and arrange the execution of contracts with the successful tenderer(s) appointed through the procurement process.

Reason for Recommendations:  Due to the estimated value of the project, Cabinet authorisation was required to comply with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules.

Alternative Options Considered and Rejected:  As set out in the report.

Conflict of Interest relating to the matter declared by Cabinet Member/Dispensation Granted:  None.