Decision Maker: Delegated Decisions

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: April 29, 2025

Purpose: To consider approving the procurement of a new open framework, a Dynamic Procurement System (DPS), which will replace the existing DPS, which ends in June 2025. The framework allows easy access to public transport related services, for example, for bus, taxi and demand responsive contracts for four years to 2029.

Content: 1.         That the commencement of a procurement process to setup an open framework for bus services, taxi services, demand responsive transport, adult social care transport and emergency transport services, be approved. 2.         The authority be delegated to the Director of Environment and Property, in consultation with the Cabinet member, to tender and award call-off contracts under the open framework following the procurement.