Merle Ferguson

...to approve the award of the Arboricultural Framework agreement to 4 bidders for a period of 4 years from 1st April 2026 to 31 March 2030.

The Hackney Procurement Board approved the minutes of the previous meeting on 8 July 2025. The Board also approved commencing competitive tender processes for healthcare-related and non-healthcare substance use services frameworks, with a total value of £11,155,000 and £4,905,000 respectively, both beginning 01/04/2026. Officers will provide additional information on how assessments were undertaken for specific lots, and DvA will follow up regarding the Sanctuary Scheme report timetable.

The Hackney Procurement Board approved the direct award of a contract for Mosaic Social Care system support and hosting services to supplier A on 09 December 2025. The decision allows for a 3-year term with an optional 2-year extension. The contract includes a Mosaic Support Charter with set SLAs and escalation routes, and a Premier+ Customer Success Plan with a designated Customer Success Manager.