19.1 The Cabinet considered a report by the Director of Adult Social Care.
19.2 It was RESOLVED to:
1. agree to go out to tender for Home Care and Extra Care services in January 2022 with new contract start dates in January 2023;
2. approve a contract term of six years with the option to extend for up to 48 months; and
3. agree to delegate the contract award decision to the Director of Adult Social Care, once all submitted bids have been evaluated.
Reason
19.3 Independent sector Home Care and Extra Care services represent a significant and important element of the Council’s statutory care provision and it is essential that the services that are commissioned are of a high quality, person centred and represent value for money. Careful consideration and wide stakeholder engagement has been undertaken to ensure the tender will deliver sustainable services for both clients and providers.