Appendix 6

Acquisitions process

Step 1: Identification of need to acquire asset

Step 2: Identification of options for acquisition

Step 3: Options appraisal & business case prepared to consider:

• financial and other criteria are met
• statutory compliance is met
• search of suitable sites/shortlist

• budget identified and CMT approval received to acquire

Step 4: Formal council approval sought to acquire

Step 5:  Management and interim arrangements prior to occupation identified

Step 6:  Formal acquisition of asset

Step 7:  Considerations include:

• timescale
• process
• method
• valuation
• performance management
• elected member engagement

Disposals process

Step 1: Identification of surplus asset

Step 2: Identification of surplus for disposal criteria met

Step 3: Options appraisal & business case prepared to consider:

• identification for options for disposal
• identification of method for disposal
• valuation of asset
• CMT approval to dispose of

Step 4: Formal council approval to dispose

Step 5:  External consents acquired

Step 6:  Management of asset & budget required prior to disposal

Step 7: Alternative use options while vacant

Step 8: Formal disposal of asset

Considerations include:

• timescale
• process
• method
• valuation
• disposal costs
• marketing
• performance management
• local member engagement