Decision details

To seek approval to appoint a provider to deliver the Home Based Breaks Service for Carers, following the tender process. The delivery of the contract will be from 8 February 2012

Part 2

1.         That the background information set out in the submitted report be noted.

2.         That the award of a contract be agreed following consideration of the results of the procurement process as set out in item 17.

Reasons for Decisions

The existing contract supplied by Surrey Crossroads will expire on 5 February 2013. A full tender process, in compliance with the requirement of EU Procurement Regulations and the Council’s Procurement Standing Orders has been undertaken.  The recommendations arising out of the above processes provide best value for money for the Council following a thorough evaluation process.