Decision

The Executive has decided to approve a procurement strategy for supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness at No. 1 Stacey Street.

Analysis

outcome: The decision outcome is to approve the procurement strategy, delegate authority to award the contract, and approve the award of a contract to the successful supplier for a period of up to 72 months at a cost of approximately £6,000,000.

summary: The decision at stake is the approval of a procurement strategy for commissioning services for supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness at No. 1 Stacey Street.

topline: The Executive has decided to approve a procurement strategy for supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness at No. 1 Stacey Street.

reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves services for vulnerable populations and may have implications for the local community.

affected_stakeholders: ["People experiencing homelessness", "Local community", "GLA", "Director of Housing Operations"]

contentiousness_score: 5

political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.

URL: https://democracy.islington.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2221

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: Recommendations: 1.1.                Approve the procurement strategy for the commissioning of services in relation to No. 1 Stacey Street – supported accommodation for people experiencing homelessness. 1.2.                Delegate authority to award the contract to the Corporate Director of Homes and Neighbourhoods following consultation with the Executive Member for Housing. 1.3.                Approve the award of a contract to the successful supplier for a period of up to 72 months, including optional extensions, at a cost of approximately £6,000,000 subject to grant allocation.       Decisions AGREED 1. Recommendations 2.To thank the GLA for the grant 3. That the Director of Housing Operations be thanked for his work with the community on this project   Reasons for the decision – as detailed in the report Other options considered – as detailed in the report Conflicts of interest / dispensations granted – none    

Date of Decision: July 17, 2025