Issue - meetings

Report of the Director of Communities.

The Director of Communities submitted a report to outline the approach the authority will take in the procurement of meter operator, data collection and data aggregation services for our electricity and gas meters.

Decisions

The Resources Portfolio Holder agreed:

·       That approval is given to fund the appointment of Stark UK Ltd on a five-year contract at a cost of £8,617 per annum to provide meter operator, data collection and data aggregation services to the council, increasing to £21,090 per annum once market-wide half-hourly settlements are introduced in 2026. Costs will initially be funded from the Value for Money Reserve which will be recouped from future savings in gas and electricity costs.

·       That approval is given to proceed with the direct appointment and engagement of Stark UK Limited, under the exemption to Contract Procedures contained within the Financial Regulations and Financial Procedure Rules on the grounds that exceptions may apply where a framework agreement is available that necessitates the council not having to go out to tender.