Decision details

Consideration was given to the report of the Director of Finance and Corporate Resources, as contained on pages 95 to 168 of the Book of Reports, which advised on the new requirements of the Procurement Act 2023 and sought approval to agree and implement the new Contract Procedure Rules.

The Minute of the Policy & Resources Committee had been circulated.

RESOLVED:

A.    That the Contract Procedure Rules attached at Appendix (1) be approved.

B.    That following the commencement of the Procurement Act 2023 the Director of Finance and Resources be given delegated authority to amend the Constitution as follows:

a.      To replace the Contract Procedure Rules with those set out at Appendix 1

b.   To insert the following delegation:

"Part 2.3C Delegations to the Deputy Chief Executive; Director of Finance & Corporate Resources; and Chief Legal & Democratic Services Officer -

5. To take all necessary steps to ensure lawful delivery of contract and procurement practices by the Council including but not limited to administering the relevant provisions, giving authorisations, directions, serving notices, taking enforcement action, raise and recover charges and any other steps deemed appropriate."  

C.    That delegated authority be granted to Director of Finance and Corporate Resources to make any further amendments to the Constitution, including the Contract Procedure Rules and associated guidance arising from changes in legislation, regulation and/or the National Procurement Policy Statement.