Decision

Permission to proceed to procurement -
Provision of Talking Lincs Service in North Lincolnshire.

Reasons for the decision

To tender for the provision of Talking Lincs
Service in North Lincolnshire. Option 1 is, in line with the
Council's objectives and priorities; Offers value for money, the
market is tested; Is compliant with Contract Procedure
Rules.

Alternative options considered

Option 2 would be to bring the service in
house.
Option 3 would be to decommission Talking Lincs.