X021533.007
It is resolved that:
(A)
Council reject the tender received for the
Joynton Avenue Stormwater Drainage Upgrade Geotechnical Investigation for the
reasons set out in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;
(B)
Council does not invite fresh tenders, as it is
considered that inviting fresh tenders may not attract additional suitable
suppliers over and above those that have responded to this tender;
(C)
authority be delegated to the Chief Executive
Officer to enter into negotiations with any person with a view to entering into
a contract in relation to the subject matter of the tender;
(D)
Council note the financial details of the
project contained in Confidential Attachment A to the subject report;
authority be delegated to the Chief Executive Officer to
execute and administer a contract with the suitable service provider following
completion of the negotiations.