The subject of the decision:

This report sought approval to waive the procurement rules set out in the Council’s Procurement Manual in relation to the provision of a service to collect and dispose of sharps produced as a result of clinical waste.

Alternative options considered:

There were four options considered which were as set out in the report.

The reason for the decision:

The authority was legally obliged to provide this service as detailed within the Environmental Protection Act 1990 and Cabinet was satisfied that Option 4 was best value for money.

THE DECISION:

That an exemption from the Council’s procurement rules be granted and the implementation of Option 4 as set out at paragraph 1.9 of the report be approved.