Decision details

To consider proposals for changing how we deliver the digital print service.

The Chief Officer (Governance) presented a report to seek views on proposed changes as a result of a decline in demand for print services.  Following detailed analysis of the service, a joint competitive exercise had been carried out with Denbighshire Council for a replacement print contract.  The report summarised proposed future arrangements supported by structural changes on which teams had been consulted.

The Chief Officer provided clarification on a range of issues such as cost comparison and efficiency of equipment.  During discussion about a previous incident, he agreed to provide a separate response on the costs involved.

RESOLVED:

(a)       That the Committee supports the appointment of a pool of suppliers on a two year contract that will ensure the Council obtains the most economically advantageous terms for its colour printing service and has no comments to refer to Cabinet; and

(b)       That, in light of the reducing demand for print services, the Committee supports the revision of the Digital Print service and the interim establishment structure as shown.