Issue - meetings
Gateway 1 Procurement Commencement - Gun Wharf Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) and Refurbishment Works
Meeting: 06/05/2025 - Cabinet (Item 8)
8 Gateway 1 Procurement Commencement - Gun Wharf RAAC Remediation and Refurbishment 
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Background:
The report sought approval to commence the procurement for a principal building contractor to remediate the Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) panels and refurbish Gun Wharf.
The repair and refurbishment of Gun Wharf was seen as being essential in order to provide a good quality building for staff and residents accessing Council services and it was considered that the increase in value following the repairs would be greater than the cost of the investment.
A Diversity Impact Assessment had been undertaken and was attached at Appendix 1 to the report.
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The Cabinet noted the contents of the report. |
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67/2025 |
The Cabinet approved commencement of an open market procurement as set out at section 5.1.3. (Option 3) of the report, to pursue the procurement of specialist building contractors to address the RAAC panels and to refurbish and improve Gun Wharf, bringing it up to modern day standards. |
Reasons:
The approach outlined is considered the most advantageous way to achieve value for money and attract the right contractor with a track record of successful delivery.