Decision details

The council has awarded a new waste contract to Veolia ES (UK) Ltd with effect from May 2025. In order to deliver this service the Council needs to grant a sub-lease to them for the occupation of Buntingford Service Centre which is a base for the delivery of this service. The lease is for an initial 8 years with the right to extend the lease for a period up to a maximum of a further 8 years should the term of the contract be extended. In line with the terms of the contract the rent will be a peppercorn and the Tenant will be responsible for all repairs, maintenance and outgoings for the premises as well as for managing the overall site.

Grant a sub-lease for the occupation of Buntingford Service Centre by Veolia ES (UK) Ltd. on the terms agreed in order to facilitate the delivery of the waste service.

Option 1 - The use of the premises was a requirement of the original tender and while alternative sites were considered at an earlier stage no viable options were found to operate the waste service from.