Agenda item

9.1

The Executive Director, Place submitted a report seeking to obtain permission for Sheffield City Council (SCC) to enter into contract with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (MBC) to provide them with furnished goods for their service requirement.

9.2

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:-  

(a)

approves the Council entering into a contract for the supply of furnished goods to RMBC, as outlined and detailed within the report; and

(b)

delegates authority to the Director of Finance and Commercial Services, in consultation with the Director of Housing and Neighbourhoods Service, to take such other necessary steps not covered by existing delegations to achieve the outcomes outlined in the report.

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

The reasons for recommending this business are highlighted in the summary of benefits at section 2.1 of the report.

The undertaking and successful delivery of this contract could be a catalyst to further external 3rd party works. This is good for the Council from a reputational perspective and will contribute to minimising the impact of budget constraints, given it creates an income.

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

There were no alternative options presented in the report.

9.5

Any Interest Declared or Dispensation Granted

None

9.6

Reason for Exemption if Public/Press Excluded During Consideration

None

9.7

Respective Director Responsible for Implementation

Laraine Manley, Executive Director, Place

9.8

Relevant Scrutiny and Policy Development Committee If Decision Called In

Safer and Stronger Communities

9.1

The Executive Director, Place submitted a report seeking to obtain permission for Sheffield City Council (SCC) to enter into contract with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council (MBC) to provide them with furnished goods for their service requirement.

9.2

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:-  

(a)

approves the Council entering into a contract for the supply of furnished goods to RMBC, as outlined and detailed within the report; and

(b)

delegates authority to the Director of Finance and Commercial Services, in consultation with the Director of Housing and Neighbourhoods Service, to take such other necessary steps not covered by existing delegations to achieve the outcomes outlined in the report.

9.3

Reasons for Decision

9.3.1

The reasons for recommending this business are highlighted in the summary of benefits at section 2.1 of the report.

The undertaking and successful delivery of this contract could be a catalyst to further external 3rd party works. This is good for the Council from a reputational perspective and will contribute to minimising the impact of budget constraints, given it creates an income.

9.4

Alternatives Considered and Rejected

9.4.1

There were no alternative options presented in the report.