Issue details

Part A: Requirement for an exemption under rule 21.3 (j) “Where continued provision of Supplies, Works or Services is required for an additional period and this can be justified, for example where a service review includes the intention to co-terminate relevant Contracts within a reasonable period with all exceptional circumstances to be objectively evidenced in the exemption request to enable the decision maker to reach an informed and reasonable decision in the circumstances.” of the Contract Procedure Rules (CPRs) to waive the procurement procedures under rule 4 of the CPRs, which would enable a direct award of a contract to be considered under Part B.

Part B: Subject to approval of the proposed exemption under Part A, appoint Guardian Technical Maintenance Ltd.to provide Maintenance of Fire Alarm Systems on Council assets for a period of 12 months.