PAPER B

Committee:     FIRE AND PUBLIC SAFETY SELECT COMMITTEE                       

Date:               18 MARCH 2002

Title:               BEST VALUE PROCUREMENT REVIEW 2001- 02

                       REPORT OF THE CHIEF FIRE OFFICER

SUMMARY/PURPOSE 

This Best Value Review has been carried out as one of the three statutory reviews required on behalf of Her Majesty’s Fire Service Inspectorate which issued guidance to Fire Authorities about Best Value Reviews. The Review followed best practice guidelines and guidance to undertake Best Value Reviews from the Audit Commission and Isle of Wight Council.

BACKGROUND

The Review looked at a wide range of issues contained within the scope but focused in on four main areas being:

∙          Current procurement strategy in the Brigade

∙          The current provision of personal protective equipment for Firefighters

∙          The maintenance of fleet and fleet procurement in the Brigade

∙          A review of occupational health provision currently in the Brigade.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are financial implications contained in the report in relation to the four main areas reviewed as well as financial implications on the improvement plan, yet to be detailed. These financial implications have been made know to Members previously at the Appraisal Group level.

RECOMMENDATIONS

Members of Fire and Public Safety Select Committee are asked to note the recommendations and support the outcomes of the review, and suggest any other recommendations or improvements thought necessary.

BACKGROUND PAPERS

Contained in the report.

Contact Point: Division Officer P Street, Third Officer ☎ 823195

RICHARD HARDS

Chief Fire Officer