Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations Approved
summary: Awarding the Highways Surfacing Contract to DSD Construction Ltd for an estimated maximum value of £11m
topline: The Council has decided to award the Highways Surfacing Contract to DSD Construction Ltd for an estimated value of £11m
reason_contentious: This decision may be contentious due to the significant financial value involved and potential impact on local infrastructure
affected_stakeholders: ["DSD Construction Ltd", "Council", "Local residents"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: No explicit mention of political parties in the decision
URL: https://northumberland.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=372
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: Yes
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: RESOLVED that Cabinet approve the award of the Highways Surfacing Contract to DSD Construction Ltd, for an initial period of 2 years with option to extend for up to a further 2 years, with an estimated maximum value of approximately £11m, as the highest quality submission and the lowest cost to the Council.
Date of Decision: June 10, 2025