Key information
Executive summary
This paper seeks approval to initiate procurement action to proceed with a call-off contract for the on-going requirement of Bulk Fuels. The Crown Commercial Services (CCS) framework for the Supply of Liquid Fuel will be utilised to compete this requirement. The duration of the call off contract will be 2 years with two optional yearly extensions (2+1+1) to commence from 1st April 2018.
Recommendation
The Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime is asked to approve the initiation of procurement action for the supply of Bulk Fuels to fulfil requirements within the MPS with a contract value of £3,250,000 per annum (£13m over a four year period; 2+1+1) to commence from April 1st 2018.
Non-confidential facts and advice to the Deputy Mayor for Policing and Crime (DMPC)
1. Introduction and background
1.1. The provision of bulk fuel plays a key role in support of the day to day operation of the MPS fleet and also contributes to the contingency plans for all London’s emergency services during any fuel shortages or disruption to the fuel supply chain. In the event of an industrial action affecting the fuel supply MPS is required to provide a critical fuel reserve to ensure continuation of operational policing for a minimum of 10 days, before the national emergency plan for fuel is invoked by the Department of Energy and Climate Change.
2. Issues for consideration
2.1. See the Part 2 for details.
3. Financial Comments
3.1. The MPS requires funding of £13m over the four year contract period and this can be contained with the budget.
4. Legal Comments
4.1. There are no legal implications arising from this report. Call off from a current Framework Agreement that is accessible to the MPS is a compliant route to market in accordance with the Public Contracts Regulations 2015.
5. Equality Comments
5.1. There are no direct equality or diversity implications arising from this report
6. Background/supporting papers
6.1. Report.
Signed decision document
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