Issue - meetings

To approve the procurement strategy for the SEND bus contract via a single supplier negotiation, with healthcare and transport services for 24 months with an optional 12-month extension.

RESOLVED:

1.  That the procurement strategy for the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) bus contract via a single supplier negotiation, with Healthcare and Transport Services for 24 months with an optional 12 month extension be approved.

2.  That it be noted that the estimated value of the contract is £6.2m with a lifetime value of £9.3m if the 12-month option is agreed.

3.  That the decision to award the contract be delegated to the strategic director, children and adult services in consultation with the deputy leader and cabinet member for children, education and refugees for reasons noted in paragraph 21 of the report.

4.  That it be noted that a longer-term strategic approach will be explored in a planned gateway 0 report (strategic options assessment).