Decision

The Director for Sustainability & Resources has decided to approve the appointment of Environtec for Asbestos R&D Surveys in Worthing buildings.

Analysis

outcome: Approval of the appointment of Environtec for the surveys.

summary: The appointment of Environtec to provide Asbestos R&D Surveys at various buildings in Worthing to ensure safety for building works and connection to the Worthing Heat Network.

topline: The Director for Sustainability & Resources has decided to approve the appointment of Environtec for Asbestos R&D Surveys in Worthing buildings.

reason_contentious: This issue is not contentious as the work is necessary for safety and cannot be delayed any longer.

affected_stakeholders: ["Environtec", "Worthing Borough Council", "Central Government", "Local residents and users of the buildings"]

contentiousness_score: 0

political_party_relevance: No mention or implication of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.adur-worthing.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1145

Decision Maker: Director for Sustainability & Resources

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: Approve the appointment of Environtec to provide Asbestos R&D Surveys at Worthing Assembly Hall, Worthing Museum and Connaught Theatre (totalling £11,700) to ensure that the building works can be done safely, to enable connection to the Worthing Heat Network (WHN). This is being funded by the central government by PSDS awarded funding.  This work is part of 3b funding, which covers Worthing Town hall, Worthing Assembly Hall, Connaught Theatre and Studio, Portland House. This has been procured through the NHS framework as a direct award in accordance with our contract standards and Procurement team have approved and overseen the process. Decision made to Environtec due to them being on contract with WBC as part of our funding agreements and procurement contracts. There was no alternative - this work must be done and cannot be delayed any longer

Date of Decision: December 19, 2024