URL: https://democracy.croydon.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2367

Decision Maker: Director of Culture & Community Safety

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: 1.1           This report outlines elements of the business case and procurement strategy for the refurbishment of the 1st floor of Croydon Central Library to create a digital discover space and rooms for hire.   1.2           There is funding from Arts Council England and Libraries capital fund to complete the project.   1.3           We sought to procure the works through the councils FM term contractor OCS, but their quotations offered did not provide value for money.   1.4           Key risk – Arts Council Libraries Improvement Fund grant for part of the works requires the build to be completed by March 2026.  

Content: 1.1           This report outlines elements of the business case and procurement strategy for the refurbishment of the 1st floor of Croydon Central Library to create a digital discover space and rooms for hire.   1.2           There is funding from Arts Council England and Libraries capital fund to complete the project.   1.3           We sought to procure the works through the councils FM term contractor OCS, but their quotations offered did not provide value for money.   1.4           Key risk – Arts Council Libraries Improvement Fund grant for part of the works requires the build to be completed by March 2026.   RESOLVED to;   agree the outline business case and the strategy set out in this report which will lead to the award of a contract for refurbishment works with an estimated contract value of £350,000.   note that the Chair of CCB has waived the requirements for a full business case and for formal tendering for the reasons set out in the report.   As per Part A report. As per Part A report.  

Date of Decision: December 4, 2024