Issue details

Appointment of external consultants to assist in the redevelopment of the former Monkscroft School site

Proposal to appoint consultancy through a direct award permissible via the NHS Framework to assist us in redeveloping the site on the former Monkscroft School for the purpose of delivering 60-70 new affordable homes. 

Decision type: Non-key

Decision status: Deleted

Notice of proposed decision first published: 23/05/2023

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt  - View reasons

Decision due: Not before 1st Jul 2023 by Cabinet Member for Housing

Lead member: Councillor Victoria Atherstone, Cabinet Member for Safety and Communities cllr.victoria.atherstone@cheltenham.gov.uk

Contact: Gemma Bell, Director of Finance and Assets and Deputy S151 Officer Email: [email protected].

Consultation process

The proposal to appoint Henry Riley has been discussed at SHDG (Strategic Housing Delivery Group) since February 2023 who are supportive of looking to expedite delivery of new homes on this site. This forum includes Senior officers from CBC/CBH and the Cabinet Member for Housing.

 

Regular reporting will continue via the current governance arrangements for new supply including the joint SHDG, Cabinet Member Housing Working Group (CMHWG) Cabinet/Council as required and discussions between CBC/CBH officers.