Part 1
ITEM NO.
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REPORT OF THE STRATEGIC DIRECTOR FOR SUSTAINABLE REGENERATION
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TO THE LEAD MEMBER FOR PROPERTY ON 25 MAY 2010
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TITLE: REPLACEMENT WINDOWS AND ASSOCIATED WORKS AT SWINTON
TOWN HALL, CIVIC CENTRE, CHORLEY RD, SWINTON M27 5BW
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RECOMMENDATIONS: That the Lead Members for Property and Customer and
Support Services:
1. Approve the target cost estimate of £352,157.06 from the partnering contractor
Warden Construction Ltd
2. Approve the fees at £21,129.42
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
The replacement of the existing timber framed windows in the Civic Centre with high
‘u’ value UPVC windows will reduce the Council’s carbon foot-print and reduce the
ongoing maintenance cost. A budget quotation has been received for the carrying
out of the above works and it is proposed that the quotation be accepted.
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BACKGROUND DOCUMENTS: None
(Available for public inspection)
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KEY DECISION:
YES
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DETAILS:
1.0 BACKGROUND
1.1 This essential work to the exterior of this accommodation is part of the on going
Backlog Maintenance Programme.
1.2 Replacement of timber Georgian sash windows to high “U” value UPVC will
reduce the council’s carbon footprint and eliminating expensive maintenance in
the external painting programme.
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1.3 The new windows will be identical in appearance and have been approved by
the planning officer.
1.4 The associated works include over laying the asphalt roof, and replacement of
glazed roof lights. In addition, whilst the building is being scaffolded it will be
prudent and cost effective to undertake the cleaning of the building lime stone
and features on the clock tower, paint rainwater goods and clear and repair
parapet gutters.
2.0 PROPOSALS
2.1 A Budget quotation was sought from the following Company: Warden
Construction Ltd, Preston.
2.2 It is proposed to exclude the replacement of the windows in the council
chamber from this contract and undertake that work in association with the
refurbishment the council chamber in order that any change in window design
required by the refurbishment scheme can be accommodated.
2.3 The cost will be £352,157.06 plus fees of £21,129.42 giving a total of
£373,286.48.
2.4 The total allocation in the programme for the windows roof and roof lights,
including fees was £332,080. The extra cost will be managed within the delivery
of the developing three year backlog maintenance programme.
3.0
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
3.1
This cost will be funded from the Backlog Maintenance Programme 2009/10.
4.0
CONCLUSIONS
4.1 Acceptance of the quotation will allow the works to proceed within the
projected/proposed timescale.
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KEY COUNCIL POLICIES: Asset Management Strategy
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EQUALITY IMPACT ASSESSMENT AND IMPLICATIONS: Provision of the highest
quality office space is essential to allow the best office accommodation for staff.
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ASSESSMENT OF RISK: Low
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SOURCE OF FUNDING: Backlog Maintenance Programme 2009/10
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LEGAL IMPLICATIONS – There are no legal implications. Procurement processes
have been followed.
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: Supplied by John Spink, extension 3230
Comments: Included within the Back Log Maintenance Programme for 2009/10
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OTHER DIRECTORATES CONSULTED: These works have been consulted on with
a variety of different stakeholders including Development Control, Senior Council
Officers and relevant Lead Members.
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CONTACT OFFICER: D Lyon (Urban Vision) TEL. NO. 0161-779-4971
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WARD(S) TO WHICH REPORT RELATE(S): Swinton North
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