URL: https://democracy.ipswich.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1388

Decision Maker: Officer Decision

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: The existing VRF AC systems for this site (IP City) are obsolete and are no longer able to be repaired.   The location of the units in the building means they are largely south facing resulting in increasing thermal gains during the day which is exacerbated through the summer.   This exemption from CSOs has been granted for temporary AC rental in addition to the temporary AC system rentals at this site for Units 3, 15 & 19/20.   The contractor appointed to undertake this work has facilitated the temporary AC rental for other units at this site and been involved in the ongoing issues at IP City for years and is familiar with the site requirements and urgency of the works.   Price: Quote for AC works received from Pitkin & Ruddock: Unit 18 £16,176.00 (excl. VAT) Unit 21 £7,536.00 (excl. VAT) Total for all works: £23,712.00 (excl. VAT)

Content: The existing VRF AC systems for this site (IP City) are obsolete and are no longer able to be repaired.   The location of the units in the building means they are largely south facing resulting in increasing thermal gains during the day which is exacerbated through the summer.   This exemption from CSOs has been granted for temporary AC rental in addition to the temporary AC system rentals at this site for Units 3, 15 & 19/20.   The contractor appointed to undertake this work has facilitated the temporary AC rental for other units at this site and been involved in the ongoing issues at IP City for years and is familiar with the site requirements and urgency of the works.   Price: Quote for AC works received from Pitkin & Ruddock: Unit 18 £16,176.00 (excl. VAT) Unit 21 £7,536.00 (excl. VAT) Total for all works: £23,712.00 (excl. VAT) Following an exemption approval from Director – Resources & Housing a decision has been made to award the works to Pitkin & Ruddock and for temporary cooling for Units 18 & 21 at IP City.   Reason: Lack of heating and cooling in the space making it unsuitable for tenants to continue work.

Date of Decision: November 4, 2025