Decision details

In presenting the part 2 element, containing the financial and value for money implications relating to item 8, the Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care, Wellbeing and Independence said that the unique aspect of this contract was that it was demand led. He also said that he supported awarding the contract to the preferred bidder.

RESOLVED:

That approval be granted to award a contract to Millbrook Healthcare Ltd for a managed service to the value set out in the submitted report over the duration of the five year term, subject to demand, for the provision of Integrated Community Equipment Service (ICES) to commence on 1 April 2016 as the current arrangements would expire on 31 March 2016 and based on additional financial information provided in this report.

Reasons for Recommendations:

The existing contract would expire on 31 March 2016. A full tender process, in compliance with the requirement of EU Procurement Legislation and Procurement Standing Orders had been completed, and the recommendations provided best value for money for the Council, following a thorough evaluation process.