RESOLVED:
1. The background information set out in the submitted report be noted.
2. The award of five localised contracts for three years from 1 April 2017, with an option to extend for two periods of one year each for Community Connections services in Surrey be approved.
Reasons for Decisions:
The current agreements will expire on 31 March 2017. A full tender process, in compliance with the requirements of Public Contract Regulations and Procurement Standing Orders, has been completed and the recommendations provide best value for money for the Council following a thorough evaluation process.
Community Connections services will be delivered in Surrey from local bases. The recommended providers have committed to be proactive in providing apprenticeships and volunteering opportunities to Surrey residents whilst delivering efficiencies for the Council.
[The decision on this item may be called in by either the Council Overview Board or the Social Care Services Scrutiny Board]