Purpose

This report updates Cabinet on progress since its December 2023 decision on the future commissioning of older people’s care home placements.  A hybrid model of a Dynamic Approved Provider List and a new Framework was agreed, with phased implementation introduced in response to identified risks and provider feedback.

The report sets out progress to date, proposals for how the new framework will operate, and seeks delegated authority to progress the procurement.

Decision

Appendices B, C and F of this report are exempt from publication on the basis that they contain information of the description set out in paragraph 14 of schedule 12 A of the Local Government Act 1972.

Appendix G of this report is exempt from publication on the basis that it contains information of the description set out in paragraph 16 of schedule 12A of the Local Government Act 1972.

RESOLVED: that

1. the introduction of a new Framework model for commissioning care home placements for older people be approved, replacing the current arrangements.
2. Subject to Council approval of the required funding, authority be delegated to finalise the development of the framework and complete the procurement to the Director of Adults, Housing and Communities, in consultation with the Director of Governance and Legal Services, the Cabinet Member for Social Services (Adult Services and Public Health) and the Section 151 Officer, including to finalise the framework arrangements and undertake all related procurement activity, including the overarching evaluation criteria, the award of the contracts and implementation of the framework.