RESOLVED:
1. That the procurement strategy of tendering this contract for a period of five 5 years plus two years (1 + 1) ‘in lots’ ( as set out in Option 5b and paragraph 43 of the report) with an estimated annual contract value of £10.9m making a total cost of circa £76.3m if both extensions are exercised be approved.
2. That the delegation of the award decision in the Gateway 2 to the strategic director of children’s and adults’ services in consultation with the cabinet member for children, schools and adult care to ensure the speedy delivery of our commitment to achieving the best outcomes and value for money for Southwark residents be approved.