Decision type: Key
Decision status: For Determination
Notice of proposed decision first published: 18/09/2025
This decision will be taken under urgency procedures.
Reason for urgency:
Given the need to have the necessary plans in place by 18 September 2025, it is not practicable to comply with the 28-day notice requirement in Part Four, Section D, Rule 13 or the 5-day notice requirement in Part Four, Section D, Rule 4, or the General Exception procedure at Part Four, Section D, or the Call-In Procedure Rules at Part Four, Section H.
This service is critical to supply community equipment to residents, which facilitates hospital discharge, continued ability to live safely at home and increased independence and reduced reliance on care and support. The current provider of these services ceases trading on 15 September, and the new identified supplier can start between 19 and 22 September.
Anticipated restriction: Part exempt - View reasons
Decision due: Between 18 Sep 2025 and 31 Oct 2025 by Cabinet Member Signing
Direct award of a new contract for the Integrated Community Equipment Service to an alternative provider. This urgent action is required to ensure continuity of essential services following service disruption and in light of the current provider’s insolvency. The contract will be awarded in line with procurement regulations and public interest considerations.
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
Lead director: Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health
Contact: Corporate Director of Adults, Housing and Health.