Decision
Analysis
outcome: The outcome of the decision is to commence a procurement exercise by open tender for Enforcement Agency Services with a total value of £800k to £1.6m plus VAT over 2 to 4 years.
summary: The decision at stake is the procurement of Enforcement Agency Services through a Service Concession Agreement.
topline: The Director of Public Health, Customer and Community Wellbeing has decided to commence a procurement exercise for Enforcement Agency Services with a total value of £800k to £1.6m plus VAT over 2 to 4 years.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves contracting with external enforcement providers, which could impact local stakeholders and raise concerns about transparency and accountability.
affected_stakeholders: ["Director of Public Health, Customer and Community Wellbeing", "Enforcement Agency Services providers", "Local community members"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://cumberland.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=573
Decision Maker: Director of Public Health, Customer and Community Wellbeing (DPH)
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: It is recommended that the Director of Public Health, Customer and Community Wellbeing gives authorisation to commence a procurement exercise by open tender via The Chest for Enforcement Agency Services through a standalone Service Concession Agreement. The contract term is 2 years plus two optional 1-year extensions (total 4 years) at the Council’s discretion. The total value is £800k plus VAT (2 years) to £1.6m plus VAT (4 years). This approach has been identified as the most suitable and legally compliant method for contracting with an external enforcement provider. The Council is seeking to appoint two providers.
Date of Decision: June 19, 2025