Issue details

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: Expenditure >£100,000 and affects more than 1 ward;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 16/04/2026

This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.

Reason for urgency:
During the report writing process, it became apparent that the report would need to contain financial information that details the budget available for two new vehicles, which could influence the bids that are submitted for the procurement. The next scheduled cabinet will delay the project by 8 weeks, impacting the tender timelines for the final 2 vehicles. This may cause delays to the rollout of the project if this is deferred to the next cabinet.

Anticipated restriction: Private  - View reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
The report sets contains financial information that details the budget available for two new vehicles, which could influence the bids that are submitted for the procurement process.

Decision due: 19 May 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Councillor Michael Wyatt, Deputy Leader and Community and Climate Change Portfolio Holder michael.wyatt@nwleicestershire.gov.uk

Lead director: Strategic Director of Communities

Contact: Paul Sanders, Head of Community Services Email: paul.sanders@nwleicestershire.gov.uk Tel: 01530 454832.

Consultees

List of Background Papers: Tender assessment report

Scrutiny Committee Considered: Has been addressed at CSG