Decision details

Decision:  

The Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport agrees to provide the Corporate Director for Growth, Environment and Transport with delegated authority to procure and enter into appropriate contractual arrangements for the provision of Urban Grass, Shrubs, Hedges and Rose Bed Maintenance services including any potential extension periods in accordance with the expectations set out in the report. 

Background information:  

The Urban Grass, Shrubs, Hedges and Rose Bed Maintenance Contract (UGSHRMC) is currently delivered by Commercial Services Trading Limited (Trading as Landscape Services) and expires on the 31st January 2021.   A new contract will be required to be procured prior to the end date. This contract will allow for the prescribed services to be delivered for an initial 60-month period with potential extensions.

The Council has a legal duty to keep roads and pavements clear of vegetation for safe passage of highway users. The main service areas comprise of urban grass, shrub and hedge cutting to contribute to visual amenity. These services will need to be commissioned externally to ensure the Council meets its obligations.