Decision

The Pensions Committee has decided to appoint a main contractor for refurbishment works at Castle Chambers, Liverpool.

Analysis

outcome: The Pensions Committee endorsed the procurement process and delegated the appointment of a main contractor to the Director of Merseyside Pension Fund.

summary: The decision involves appointing a main contractor for refurbishment works at Castle Chambers, Liverpool, a property owned by Merseyside Pension Fund.

topline: The Pensions Committee has decided to appoint a main contractor for refurbishment works at Castle Chambers, Liverpool.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves financial decisions regarding property maintenance and potential impact on tenants.

affected_stakeholders: ["Merseyside Pension Fund", "Director of Merseyside Pension Fund", "Tenants of Castle Chambers"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.wirral.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=6053

Decision Maker: Pensions Committee

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: As part of its investment portfolio, Merseyside Pension Fund owns a number of properties across the UK.  It is essential that these properties are well maintained to ensure compliance with regulatory/environmental standards and to attract and retain tenants.  The report seeks approval from Pensions Committee for the appointment of a main contractor to undertake refurbishment works at Castle Chambers, Liverpool, one of the Fund’s property holdings.    

Content: As part of its investment portfolio, Merseyside Pension Fund owns a number of properties across the UK.  It is essential that these properties are well maintained to ensure compliance with regulatory/environmental standards and to attract and retain tenants.  The report seeks approval from Pensions Committee for the appointment of a main contractor to undertake refurbishment works at Castle Chambers, Liverpool, one of the Fund’s property holdings.     Resolved – That the Pensions Committee:   1.  endorsed the procurement process as outlined within the report; and   2.  delegated to the Director of Merseyside Pension Fund the appointment of a main contractor for refurbishment works of Castle Chambers, Liverpool, and that the outcome of the procurement and contract award be reported to a future Pensions Committee for noting.

Date of Decision: July 23, 2025