URL: https://northnorthants.moderngov.co.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2135

Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: Agreement to Recommission Supported Living Services for Individuals with Learning Disabilities Contract value in region of £27 million per annum

Content: RESOLVED   KEY DECISION   That the Executive:   a)        Approved the procurement of a new contract arrangement for care and support for individuals with a learning disability to ensure North Northamptonshire remains compliant in its statutory responsibilities.   b)        Delegated to the Executive Director for Adults, Health Partnerships and Housing (DASS), in consultation with the Executive Member of Adults and Health Partnerships, to take any decisions and/or actions over the life of the contract.   Reasons for Recommendations:   i)          This proposal will ensure the Council continues to meet its Statutory duties under the Care Act 2014.?    ii)         It will build on outcomes-based commissioning and further enhance the quality of the services and outcomes for individuals in the future.     iii)        The proposal ensures a consistent and more equitable approach to pricing across supported living services in North Northamptonshire.    iv)       Agreeing the proposal enables the Council to consider future accommodation requirements based on a housing needs analysis and the wider Housing Strategy (2025-30).?    v)         Commissioning plans will be informed by the Adult Social Care Strategy (2024-29) and the vision for strength-based approaches and more specifically Co-production.?    vi)       Building on strengths, supporting progression and independence will maximise outcomes and value for money.    Alternative Options Considered:   ·                The alternative option considered was to take no action at this time and continue to deliver supported living via the current framework arrangements. Whilst the extension runs until January 2030, it was agreed that recommissioning would commence during the extension period to enable new standalone contracts to be in place for all eight Lots by this date. Doing nothing, does not enable the council to explore alternative ways of working for improved service offer and efficiencies. Furthermore, it does not provide an opportunity to streamline supported living services to include all working age adults.    ·                Based on the current contract and pricing arrangements, it is likely that we will see annual growth continue at 2% per annum over the life of the contract. By moving to an hourly rate, it is anticipated that we will see a downward revision of the projected growth trajectory. This will enable us to meet the eligible are and support needs of both new and existing people in a more cost-effective manner.    

Date of Decision: August 12, 2025