Decisions for issue Commissioning of a Supported Living Service for People with Cognitive Impairments

RESOLVED - (1) That the Board approves the two optioned approach for procuring Support Services as outlined at paragraphs 2.9 – 2.13 of the report;

(2) That the Board confirm the agreed procurement route following a review of the procurement options appraisal by convening a Special/Urgency meeting as appropriate if this does not fit with current Board timelines;

(3) Following agreement of the procurement route it is recommended that the Board grant delegated authority to the Executive Director of Health and Adult Social Care (HASC) to:

(i)Undertake the procurement of a suitably qualified provider to deliver a Supported Living Service to the value of £250,000 per annum, and to award a contract for three years to the successful provider; and

(ii) Extend the contract at the end of the three year term for a further period of up to two years if it is deemed appropriate and subject to available budget.