Decision details

(1)  That the new proposed model of service delivery for the Leaving Care Service from 1 April 2020 be approved.

(2)  That approval be given to the Leaving Care Service being procured through an open competitive tender process and that the new contract for services will commence on 1 April 2020 and run for up to five years (three years with the option to extend for up to two further years).

(3)    That the Interim Director for Children's Services, in consultation with the Executive Councillor for Adult Care, Health and Children’s Services, be delegated authority to approve the service specification for the Leaving Care Service and approve the final form of contract to be utilised and the award of a contract to the successful supplier.