Issue - meetings

Report of the Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills is attached.

The Cabinet Member for Culture, Economy and Skills presented a report which sought approval to appoint a contractor for work to the Bury Art Museum roof. In response to Members’ questions, it was noted that there were no restrictions on the number of tenders that could be received, but the specialist nature of the work resulted in a small number of companies submitting a bid. Funding for the work was made up through grant funding and Bury Council funding allocations from the previous year. Full assurance was given through the Council’s internal processes regarding the costs of borrowing.

Questions were raised about the named contractor being recommended for appointment, and it was agreed that this report be deferred until clarification could be made.

Decision:

Cabinet deferred the decision to the next meeting.

Reasons for the decision:

To ensure the correct contractor was being appointed.

Alternative options considered and rejected:

N/A