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Project RECi. PE: Communication Plan Parking Management and Associated Services Contract. A better way

Project RECi. PE: Communication Plan Parking Management and Associated Services Contract. A better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… “We hope that within 3 -5 years all business, organisations and local authorities using private contractors to manage parking and associated services will also use the BPA model contract. “By standardising contracts, we can help boost confidence in parking enforcement. By offering quality measurement, we hope that the private parking enforcement industry can be seen as part of the parking solution, not the problem. “Better training and the model contract should lay to rest the criticism that decriminalised parking is more about collecting revenue than controlling parking. ” Patrick Troy, Chief Executive, BPA

Focuses on qualitative performance measurement, such as staff training and correct issue of tickets

Focuses on qualitative performance measurement, such as staff training and correct issue of tickets Discourages financial targeting of contractors, particularly based on ticket issue numbers and incentives or bonus schemes for staff which are also based on ticket numbers Encourages standard training to be undertaken by all enforcement contractors Emphasises parking enforcement for traffic management purposes, rather than for revenue raising Recommended in Guidance to the Traffic Management Act and by the House of Commons Select Committee

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… SNAPSHOT Many Local Authorities have OUTSOURCED Parking Enforcement to Private Contractors Local Authorities ‘ABDICATES’ responsibility for Parking Enforcement Consequence Private Contractors are seen to be acting INDEPENDENTLY and in their own interest Private Companies ‘PROFIT’ from Parking Enforcement! BPA Contract STANDARDISES the delivery of parking services Provides Greater TRANSPARENCY

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… SNAPSHOT There is no standard contract or shared set of rules Consequence Local authorities are left open to criticism and challenge through disparity BPA Contract Encourages like-for-like measurement of services

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… SNAPSHOT Bespoke contracts are expensive Consequence Local authorities are not seen as offering best value for public money BPA Contract Focuses on value and quality

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… SNAPSHOT Bespoke contracts can be out of date before the end of their fixed term Consequence New technology is often only introduced as part of a re-tender – this could mean a 5 year wait BPA Contract Encourages innovation and continuous improvement throughout the contract’s lifespan

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business…

BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract - a better way to do business… SNAPSHOT Public/media criticism of parking enforcement services has grown Consequence This is often interpreted as problems with the contract – including target setting by the local authority, and creates suspicion of wrongdoing BPA Contract Reduces confusion by shifting focus from quantative to qualitative measures

The Challenge: • encourage best practice within the industry • improve quality and standard

The Challenge: • encourage best practice within the industry • improve quality and standard of service of the parking enforcement sector • improve staff retention, training and personnel support • encourage like-for-like measurement of services

The Solution The BPA Model Contract is based on key principles: • a partnering

The Solution The BPA Model Contract is based on key principles: • a partnering approach, founded on openness and trust • a sharing of risk • performance related payments linked to accurate measurement of performance through Key Performance Indicators • incentives for service providers to seek out innovative ways of reducing target costs • employing appropriately qualified CEOs who are motivated, well trained and suitably remunerated

The Contract: allows the local authority to determine the scope of enforcement features core

The Contract: allows the local authority to determine the scope of enforcement features core KPIs, which can be tailored by the local authority and worked into the contract as a phased approach to the service simplifies financial arrangements between a local authority and enforcement provider by fixing costs sets out clear guidelines for dispute management

The Contract (continued): allows the local authority clear comparison between providers at tender stage

The Contract (continued): allows the local authority clear comparison between providers at tender stage and to measure performance following contract award on an agreed basis provides a clear comparison on quality issues – eg training and remuneration sets out an ‘open book’ agreement between local authority and service provider includes change management principles, to allow both local authority and provider flexibility to the benefit of service provision

Examples of Quantity Focused Core KPIs (Old Contracts) • PCNs - numbers • Clamps

Examples of Quantity Focused Core KPIs (Old Contracts) • PCNs - numbers • Clamps - numbers • Removals - numbers • Defaults

Examples of Quality Focused Core KPIs (Model Contract) • effective parking enforcement • •

Examples of Quality Focused Core KPIs (Model Contract) • effective parking enforcement • • good quality, motivated and informed CEOs • issue of good quality PCNs • • • level of compliance • car pound operations • • clamping and removal operations abandoned vehicles full and timely reporting of all defective lines/signs police liaison administrative procedures

Remuneration CONTRACT SUM TARGET COSTS (Direct Costs) Subject to regular audit and assessment OVERHEADS

Remuneration CONTRACT SUM TARGET COSTS (Direct Costs) Subject to regular audit and assessment OVERHEADS PROFIT Subject to monthly measurement of Quality of Service through KPI s

Item Type Description 1 Contract Manager/Assistant CM 2 Supervisor 3 Parking Attendants - Senior

Item Type Description 1 Contract Manager/Assistant CM 2 Supervisor 3 Parking Attendants - Senior 4 Parking Attendants – Basic 5 Admin. Staff inc. Quality and Monitoring 6 Pound Manager 7 Pound Admin/Counter Staff 8 Drivers Removal Truck 9 Drivers Clamping Van 10 Onboard Parking Attendants 11 Suspension Staff 12 Counter Staff 13 CCTV Operators 1 Premises/Base 2 Pound-Utilities Only 3 Telecommunications 1 IT Hand Held System 2 Radio/Telecoms 3 General Office Equipment 4 Uniforms and Associated Equipment 5 Vehicles – Trucks 6 Vehicles – Vans 7 Vehicles – Cars 8 Vehicles – Two Wheelers 9 Clamps Materials 1 Stationary and Documentation Including delivery, distribution and removal as necessary 2 Fuels/Oils/Greases 3 Cleaning Labour and Staff Rates to coverall oncosts including but not limited to benefits, NI, travel costs, etc Premises including all associated costs Equipment to include all costs of leasing repair, maintenance, consumables, replacements, etc Quantity Annual Rate ANNUAL TARGET COST Maximum % Addition for Performance Related Payment % CONTRACT SUM Annual Target Cost Schedule

Key Performance Indicators • Focus on the key service deliverables, which ensure that a

Key Performance Indicators • Focus on the key service deliverables, which ensure that a good quality service is delivered. • Reward good performance. • Provide incentives for achieving and maintaining performance. • Can be reviewed annually and revised if needed – making them flexible over the life of the contract.

Sample Key Performance Indicators • Effective parking enforcement – Coverage of patrol requirements –

Sample Key Performance Indicators • Effective parking enforcement – Coverage of patrol requirements – Minimum number of deployed CEO’s – Rapid response unit • Good quality, motivated and informed CEO’s – – – Initial training Regular assessments of training Standard of presentation Complaints Absenteeism and turnover of staff

Key Performance Indicators • Issue of good quality PCNs – Cancellations due to CEO

Key Performance Indicators • Issue of good quality PCNs – Cancellations due to CEO error – Void tickets • Customer services and Penalty Charge Notice processing – IT systems – Customer services – Banking – Penalty Charge Notice processing

Key Performance Indicators • Removals/Clamping – Abandoned vehicles – Nuisance vehicles – Refunds of

Key Performance Indicators • Removals/Clamping – Abandoned vehicles – Nuisance vehicles – Refunds of removal fees – Speed of de-clamps • Other areas – Cash collection – Machine maintenance – Car park management

Performance Related Payment Mechanism PRP starts at +2 Bits until performance data is available.

Performance Related Payment Mechanism PRP starts at +2 Bits until performance data is available. Maximum PRP +6 This line shows what happens if the Service Provider meets all targets as specified every Month. To maintain +6 Bits, the Service Provider must continue to meet KPI targets as specified, +5 Otherwise the PRP goes down one Bit per month (down to Zero, then 2 Bits per month) +4 +3 +2 +1 Bits The KPI target rises over the life of the contract In Month 4 et seq. , the performance related payment goes up or down each Month, depending on whether performance targets are met in the previous Month. The Service Provider must do more to maintain the PRP. 0 -1 -2 -3 -4 -5 -6 Minimum PRP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Months Mont hs This line shows what happens if the Service Provider fails to meet targets. Bits as necessary deducted from PRP due to Service Provider. If the payment falls below zero, then Bits are doubled, that is, 2 Bits are added or deducted in any Month. Other management action instigated.

Using the Contract • Annual Licence Fee – £ 500 for Members – £

Using the Contract • Annual Licence Fee – £ 500 for Members – £ 950 for Non Members • Term – duration of contract between licensee and service provider

Using the Contract: • • • Hackney London Borough RB Kensington and Chelsea RB

Using the Contract: • • • Hackney London Borough RB Kensington and Chelsea RB Kingston upon Thames Brighton and Hove City Council Dept for Roads, Northern Ireland Epping District Council Worthing Borough Council Watford Council (incl. Three Rivers and Dacorum) Waltham Forest Council + others

Using the Contract: Hackney London Borough Council The emphasis of the new contract, which

Using the Contract: Hackney London Borough Council The emphasis of the new contract, which began in September, is on the quality of tickets issued, said Jessica Crowe, executive member for environment. Four months on, 'the number of complaints is going down'. Surveyor Magazine, January 2005

Using the Contract: “As a result of [the contract] a partnership has evolved where

Using the Contract: “As a result of [the contract] a partnership has evolved where there is an honest and open approach to resolving problems and creating opportunities. It has also enabled both parties to develop and improve the way the contract is run, to increase efficiency, and provide a better service to the general public. “On-going training is actively encouraged and the use of key performance indicators ensures that standards are not only maintained but will improve over the years. ” Corporation of London, operating a contract similar to the BPA Parking Management and Associated Services Contract

Obligations on Local Authorities • Provide a clear definition of policies and aims. •

Obligations on Local Authorities • Provide a clear definition of policies and aims. • Embrace a partnership approach. • Share information with the Service Provider.

Benefits summary: • • change of focus quality/customer driven flexible innovative continuous improvement positive

Benefits summary: • • change of focus quality/customer driven flexible innovative continuous improvement positive marketing improve enforcement efficiency • improving working environment