Weekly Minutes:
Blackpool Borough Council-
Keeping Buildings Safe & Functional with New Contracts- Blackpool Council has secured key contracts for vital maintenance. J G Kelley (Fleetwood) Ltd will handle mechanical repairs, while CPL Heating & Plumbing Ltd and Dynamic FM Ltd will take on larger works. The deal ensures Blackpool’s infrastructure stays in top shape, keeping homes, public buildings, and essential services running smoothly.
Brent London Borough-
£91.3m Investment in Housing Repairs & Maintenance- Brent Council has secured Wates Property Services, Masher Brothers, Mears Ltd, and Greyline Group to manage a £91.3m housing repairs and maintenance contract. This extensive initiative covers responsive repairs, planned works, and voids, significantly improving housing quality, efficiency, and living conditions for residents across the borough.
Bury Metropolitan Borough Council-
Securing a Reliable & Cost-Effective Gas Supplier- Bury Metropolitan Borough Council is procuring a new natural gas supplier through the YPO framework, ensuring cost efficiency, energy security, and compliance. This move safeguards public buildings and essential services, aligning with the borough’s sustainability goals while optimizing procurement strategies.
City of London-
Fire Safety & Energy Upgrades in Full Swing- The City of London Corporation is making major strides in fire safety across social housing estates by installing sprinklers in high-rises and replacing fire doors. Meanwhile, its ambitious workplace retrofit project—despite supply chain delays—has delivered a staggering £947,000 in energy savings. These upgrades enhance safety, sustainability, and efficiency, reinforcing the City’s commitment to protecting residents and cutting emissions.
Fareham Borough Council-
Future-Proofing Homes with Green Heating Solutions- Fareham Borough Council has signed a five-year contract for gas servicing, maintenance, and installation across council homes and public buildings. Prioritizing safety, energy efficiency, and sustainability, the deal integrates heat pumps and solar panels, ensuring warmer, eco-friendly homes. This strategic move keeps Fareham ahead of evolving energy regulations while slashing emissions.
North Yorkshire Council-
EV Expansion & Infrastructure Upgrades- North Yorkshire Council is investing £8.5m in EV infrastructure, replacing outdated chargers in Hambleton and Craven while securing an EV Charge Point Operator to expand coverage. Additionally, a new asbestos removal contract launching in 2025 will improve property safety, while drainage services and fence repairs for housing stock are also being prioritized. These strategic upgrades aim to future-proof transport, cut emissions, and ensure safer, well-maintained properties.
North Northamptonshire Council-
Safer Lifts, Smoother Living- North Northamptonshire Council is streamlining lift maintenance across social housing with a new multi-year contract. By replacing two outdated agreements, the council ensures better efficiency, reliability, and safety for residents using passenger and platform lifts. This overhaul cuts long-term maintenance costs while improving accessibility and service standards.
Renfrewshire Council-
Modernizing Lift Safety & Repairs- Renfrewshire Council has awarded Jackson Lift Services Ltd a contract to inspect, test, and maintain lifts, stairlifts, and winches. Meanwhile, Advanced Business Software will introduce a new building repairs management system, enhancing efficiency, service delivery, and maintenance for council properties—ensuring a smoother experience for residents.
Salford City Council-
Heating Investment for Warmer, Greener Buildings- Salford City Council is ensuring efficient heating in corporate buildings and schools through a contract with J Fletcher Engineers Ltd. This deal focuses on reliability, energy efficiency, and compliance, safeguarding public spaces and ensuring residents experience warm, well-maintained environments.
Vale of Glamorgan Council-
Cutting-Edge Housing Retrofit for Greener Living- The Vale of Glamorgan Council is transforming housing sustainability with its PAS2035 Retrofit Scheme, funded by the Welsh Government. Led by Michael Dyson Associates Ltd, the project includes insulation, heat pumps, and solar panels, helping meet Welsh Housing Quality Standards and creating energy-efficient, cost-saving homes for residents.
Waltham Forest Council-
Transforming EV Charging with Borough Collaboration- Waltham Forest is teaming up with Newham and Redbridge to roll out a cutting-edge EV charging network under the LEVI Capital Fund Programme. This ambitious project will boost sustainable transport, improve accessibility, and solidify Waltham Forest’s position as a leader in green urban mobility. By making EV adoption easier and more convenient, the borough takes a significant step towards its net-zero goals.