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SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Monday, February 12, 2018

QUESTION NO.7

QUESTION: Councillor B. Leech

Can a definitive reason be given why window frames are removed and then replaced with new ones in the refurbishment of boarded up Council properties?  Is this part of the tender process? How can this be cost effective within a Council budget? 

REPLY:

 When the Council refurbishes a vacant property for reletting purposes new window frames are only changed in the following circumstances

  1. The windows in the unit were old timber framed units and beyond their lifespan
  2. Existing windows of any material (timber, PVC, Aluminium) which are single glazed units
  3. If bedroom windows do not comply with fire regulations

Proper procurement guidelines were met with regard to the window contractor engaged by South Dublin County Council in order to deliver value for money and quality of work. The contractor engaged by the Council in this area of work was appointed following a competitive tender process which is in line with National Procurement rules and guidelines.