Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: February 10, 2026

Purpose:

Content: Consideration was given to the recommendations of the Overview and Scrutiny Committee in respect of a number of options for the Procurement Partnership.   Due regard was given to the views of the Committee, the financial and value for money considerations, the assessment of risk and the legal implications.  Cabinet was pleased to note that the Procurement Partnership had been very well received, an improvement in high quality procurement and contracting activity.   In recognition that membership of the Mid-Kent Procurement Partnership supported full compliance with relevant legislation, maintained an effective council and on the grounds of providing certainty and continuity for the future Cllr Boughton proposed, Cllr Mehmet seconded and Cabinet   RESOLVED:  That   (1)            subject to ensuring appropriate budget provision, Option 3 to continue with the Procurement Partnership be approved; and   (2)            a further review of the Procurement Partnership be undertaken in 4 years’ time.