URL: https://democracy.brent.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=7523

Decision Maker: Chief Executive

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: This report seeks authority to proceed with a direct award for the provision of Community Equipment Services to Provide Care Solutions Ltd to support statutory provision of community equipment.

Content: This report seeks authority to proceed with a direct award for the provision of Community Equipment Services to Provide Care Solutions Ltd to support statutory provision of community equipment. That the Chief Executive, exercising urgency powers pursuant to paragraph 9.3.2 of Part 3 of the Constitution:   i)               Approves the Direct Award of a contract to Provide Care Solutions Ltd to deliver the Community Equipment Service in Brent for an initial period of two (2) years, with the option to extend for an additional one (one) year. The anticipated cost for the duration of the contract is £12m, which includes the extension provided for.   ii)              Delegates the option to extend the contract for an additional one year to the Corporate Director Service Reform and Strategy. As detailed within the accompanying report. As detailed within the accompanying report. None.

Date of Decision: September 23, 2025