Issue details
Award of contract for the purposes of replacing existing combustible high risk external cladding system to 3 no 5 storey blocks of flats
Decision type: Non-key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 15/04/2026
Decision due: 17 Mar 2026 by Cabinet Member Housing and Customer Services
Contact: Helen McEgan, Operations Manager - Technical & Investment Email: [email protected]>.
Consultation process
Consultation has taken place with Gloucestershire fire and rescue service, structural engineers, building control, ward members, planning officers and block residents. The feedback received has been very positive from all parties especially by block residents concerned about the long-term viability of their homes.
Finance Comments: The appointment of Cardo (Wales and West) Limited to replace the existing combustible high risk external cladding system to 3no 5 storey blocks of flats, means that premises at Arle Road, Orchard Way and Grevil Road will then comply with the outcomes of Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) and Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEW). Having a specific contract with Cardo is seen as a lower risk and provide better value for money to the Council than the utilisation of existing contractors. The cost price Cardo submitted of £1,272,580.51 is within the budget set for the works at £3,000,000 and agreed at Council on 27 February 2026. Signed: Jon Coldridge, HRA Accountant
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