Decision Maker: Mayor and Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 18, 2024

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED to   •            Procure Healthwatch and Independent Heath Complaints Advocacy Services as a single contract. The contract value will be £140,000 per annum, equating to £420,000 over 3 years, and £700,000 over 5 years if the option to extend is utilised.   •            Approve the subsequent award of contract to the preferred service provider, provided the contract value is within £700,000 over 5 years.   •            Delegate authority to the Executive Director of Adult Social Care and Health to select the preferred service provider (in consultation with Director of Law and Corporate Governance and Director of Adults Integrated Commissioning) in accordance with the selection and award criteria published in the tender documentation and agree final form of contract.