Decision details

(1)        That a scheme to install photovoltaic solar panels to two roof elevations of the Civic Offices complex be progressed in 2014/15, provided this could be achieved within the load factors identified in the structural survey;

(2)        That the necessary remedial works/replacement works to the roofs of the main Civic and Conder buildings be carried out as part of the solar panel scheme;

(3)        That the solar panels and associated equipment be purchased by the Council as this option provided the best rate of financial return on the investment, together with ongoing savings on energy costs and income from the feed in tariff;

(4)        That British Gas be appointed to provide a ‘turn key’ solution for the supply and installation of the solar panels under a framework agreement in accordance with contract standing orders;

(5)        That Contract Standing Orders be waived in relation to seeking competitive quotations and Stace LLP be appointed as Project Manager for the solar panels project, including the remedial roof works and roof covering replacement works; and

(6)        That approval be given to make all necessary planning and building regulations applications to enable this project to proceed.