URL: https://modgov.hillingdon.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3492

Decision Maker:

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose:

Content: RESOLVED:   That the Cabinet:    1)    Approves the extension of the existing Dynamic Purchasing System (DPS) for Temporary Accommodation placements for a further two years, in line with the original procurement terms approved by Cabinet in October 2021, from the 16 February 2027 until 16 February 2029 at an estimated value of £73.33m.   2)    Delegates specific authority to the Corporate Director of Residents Services, in consultation with the Corporate Director of Finance, to approve all Temporary Accommodation placement decisions made under the DPS and to approve the admission of new providers to the DPS in accordance with the established evaluation criteria, strictly subject to all delegated decisions remaining within the Cabinet/Council approved annual budget for the respective financial years and any supplementary spending control requirements in effect.   Reasons for decisions   The Cabinet Member for Planning, Housing & Growth introduced a report and recommendations, which Cabinet agreed, to extend the Council’s purchasing arrangement for temporary accommodation. It was noted that this approach would provide efficient and best value access to providers in a volatile market.   Alternative options considered and rejected   Cabinet could have not extended the DPS and reverted to ad-hoc sourcing arrangements but considered this more resource-intensive with risk.   Relevant Select Committee Residents’ Services Expiry date for any scrutiny call-in / date decision can be implemented (if no call-in) Cabinet’s decisions on this matter can be called in by a majority of the select committee by 5pm, Friday 27 March 2026. If not called-in by then, Cabinet’s decisions can then be implemented. Officer(s) to action Adam Stephenson Directorate Residents Services Classification Private - Whilst the Cabinet's decisions above are always made public, the officer report relating to this matter is not because it was considered in the private part of the meeting and contained information relating to the financial or business affairs of any particular person (including the Authority holding that information) and the public interest in withholding the information outweighed the public interest in disclosing it in accordance with Section 100(A) and paragraph 3 of Part 1 of Schedule 12 (A) to the Local Government Act 1972 (as amended).    

Date of Decision: March 19, 2026