Hon Kate Doust asks about the details of a consultancy contract awarded to Mr. Peter Oates for energy advice. The Premier's department provides details on the hourly rate, contract duration, terms, and total value.

AnsweredQoN 676Legislative Council
Asked
7 April 2009
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I refer to Mr Peter Oates being hired as a consultant to provide advice on energy issues, and ask -
(1) How much is Mr Oates being paid per hour to provide advice?
(2) What is the duration of Mr Oates’ contract?
(3) What are the terms of Mr Oates’ contract?
(4) What is the total value of Mr Oates’ contract?

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Answered
12 May 2009
Responded by
Leader of the House representing the Premier
Response time
35 days
Department of the Premier and Cabinet advises:
(1) $185.00 (excluding GST) per hour up to a maximum of $1,480.00 per day (excluding GST).
(2) 20 February 2009 - 30 June 2009, subject to extension by mutual agreement.
(3) The terms of the contract are as follows:
(a) Services and Deliverables
The Consultant will provide services to and as required by the Minister for Energy on energy matters in accordance with the terms of reference.
(b) Term of Engagement
The term of engagement commenced 20 February 2009 and continues, unless terminated earlier, until 30 June 2009. The term of engagement may be extended by mutual consent.
(c) Location
Services will be provided at locations determined by the Principal.
(d) Consultancy Fee
(i) The fees are agreed at the rate of $185 per hour (excluding GST) to a maximum of $1,480 per day (excluding GST).
(ii) Subject to sub-clause 4(d), the consultancy fee includes all costs associated with providing the services.
(iii) The total consultancy fee shall not exceed $100,000 (excluding GST) plus approved expenses without the prior written agreement of the principal.
(iv) Where the Consultant is required to undertake travel outside the Perth Metropolitan Area in the performance of services, the Consultant is entitled to claim limited actual reasonable travel, accommodation and subsistence expenses.
(4) The value of the contract is not to exceed $100,000 (excluding GST) plus approved expenses without the prior written agreement of the Principal.
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