On 9 December 2025 Cabinet:-
(i) Approved the project costs for the new build
expansion works at Beaufort School at a total project cost not to exceed
£7,072,398;
(ii) Approved the Full Business Case (Appendix A)
to the report;
(iii) Noted that a Pre-Construction Services
Agreement (PCSA) has been entered into with Seddon Construction Limited for the
initial feasibility and design stage, which is currently underway for the value
of up to £450,914 and approved under Cabinet Member authority on 19th September
2025;
(iv) Delegated authority to the Director of
Children and Families in consultation with the Chief Operating Officer, the
Director of Finance (Section 151 Officer) and the City Solicitor (Monitoring
Officer), (or their delegates) to award a contract for the new build expansion
works to Seddon Construction Limited, once actual costs are confirmed; and
(v) Authorised the City Solicitor (Monitoring
Officer) to execute and complete all necessary documents to give effect to the
above decisions.
THE DEADLINE FOR CALL IN IS
1600 HOURS ON MONDAY 15 DECEMBER 2025.