Decision details

Award of property contract for Adult Social Care’s Supported Living Programme Phase 2- Grangemead

Decision Maker: Chief Operating Officer

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: Yes

Is subject to call in?: Yes

Purpose:

The tendered value is in line with pre-tender estimate and is within the approved budget. The decision allows the Contract to be awarded for the building works to commence.

Decision:

The works will comprise extensive remodelling of a vacant wing at Grangemead, Hailsham to create 7 flats for adults with learning disabilities. Works include a complete overhaul of the mechanical and electrical systems, wheelchair accessibility on the ground floor, external landscaping and construction of a new walkway to enhance access.

Alternative options considered:

Other routes to market were considered, but they would have a detrimental impact on programme and loss of relevant experience gained from completion of Phase 1 works.

Publication date: 12/09/2024

Date of decision: 12/09/2024

Effective from: 19/09/2024