Decision details

Cllr Andrew Johnson presented the update report on the FutureSpaces programme which highlighted issues identified by the programme activity; advised on the implications of these issues; and sought approval on the implementation of actions related to these matters including:

·         Varying the scope of works within the agreed programme mandate and budget;

·         Undertaking required necessary works to the 3^rd and 4^th Floor areas of the Civic Centre; and

·         Omitting works to Mezzanine and Registrar’s from the current contract.

Resolved:

1.     That the omission of the Registrar’s and Mezzanine (other than essential enabling works) from the current FutureSpace construction contract owing to increased business risk be approved.

2.     That the inclusion of revisions to the construction contract scope which address “life-cycle” maintenance items which would be beneficial to undertake whilst the Civic Centre is vacated for essential repair works be approved.

3.     That the inclusion of items directly related to the scope of the FutureSpace programme, within the current contract, where a positive financial business case, or budget exists which could within agreed authority and scope be expended, subject to the delegated authority of the Cabinet Member for Resources in consultation with the Director of Finance and the Strategic Director for Place be approved.