Decision details
Contract with Wring Group Ltd for the demolition of Holmlea Farm
Decision Maker: Cabinet Member for Cyber, Regeneration and Commercial Income
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: Yes
Is subject to call in?: Yes
Decision:
To enter into a construction contract with Wring Group ltd to undertake the demolition of Holmlea Farm, including all agricultural buildings, located off Springbank Road, Cheltenham. Contract value £98,060 and a contingency of £17,500 (+VAT)
Reasons for the decision:
To remove redundant buildings leaving he site ready for future development as it forms part of the Golden Valley Development. The project was accelerated due to repeated anti-social behaviour which has left the buildings in a poor and dangerous condition.
Whilst an informal tender was undertaken, a waiver for the project was approved on 01 November 2023.
Alternative options considered:
The farm buildings were always intended to be demolished to allow the Golden Valley scheme to be developed. The work was accelerated due to the extent of anti-social behaviour.
Three costs were obtained, two from specialist demolition contractors and a third from a general building contractor. Wring Group’s tender provided best value.
Other reasons / organisations consulted
Councillor Collins has been appraised of the project leading up to contract award.
Contact: Richard King, Construction Manager, Major Developments & Regeneration Email: [email protected].
Publication date: 15/12/2023
Date of decision: 15/12/2023
Effective from: 23/12/2023