Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: December 9, 2025

Purpose: The Cabinet will be asked to approve proposals relating to the procurement of an expanded Care Technology service to help residents live independently and safely at home, while reducing demand on health and social care services.

Content: Cabinet resolved to:   (i)  Approve the procurement of a new All-Age Care Technology Service in accordance with the strategy set out in the report, to be commissioned via the following two Lots:   -  Lot 1 – Core Service Provision for an initial period of three years from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029, with the option to extend by up to two additional years, to 30 June 2031 (maximum five years) and; -  Lot 2 – Strategic partner to support change management and innovation (for a fixed period of up to three years from 1 July 2026 for an initial period of 18 months only, with a single option 18-month extension to 30 June 2029 (maximum three years).   (ii)  Approve the variation to extend the existing contract for three months from 1 April 2026 to 30 June 2026 at a cost of £380,000, in line with the provisions of Contract Rule 65.2, to provide continuity of service and enable sufficient time for the mobilisation of the new contract;   (iii)  Authorise the Strategic Director, Children and Adults, in consultation with the Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, Health and Housing, the Strategic Director, Resources, and the Head of Legal, to conduct the procurement and award and enter into the contract(s) and all other necessary or ancillary agreements with the successful bidder(s) for the periods set out above, in accordance with the strategy set out in the report; and   (iv)  Authorise the Strategic Director, Children and Adults, to allow the inclusion of additional funding as and when secured for the duration of the contracts.