To seek approval to re-provision two Supporting People contracts that expire on 31 March 2009 and will not be renewed
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Award of contracts with a value in excess of £500,000;
Decision status: For Determination
Wards affected: (All Wards);
Decision due: 19 Mar 2009 by Cabinet Procurement Committee
Consultation process
Consultation has taken place with alternative providers who will hold an Interim Contract for one year, until the services can be re-tendered.
DMT date and early discussion between AD and Cabinet Member: Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care & Well Being and Director of Adult Culture and Community Services
SLT date: One contract provided housing related support to over 300 Older Persons in the Borough and one provides housing related support to people with Drug and Alcohol Problems and Offending histories. There would be significant disruption to services for these vulnerable client groups if the services ended without being replaced