The Cabinet received a report of the Director of Adult Social Care, which informed members that approval was required to commence a competitive procurement exercise for the Domestic Property Disability Adaptations (DPDA) for the provision of Level Access Showers and Shower over Baths services. The aim of this was to award a new contract from 1st December 2026 for an initial period of two years, with the option to extend for a further two years. This would ensure continuity of an essential service, in compliance with procurement regulations, and provide value for money for the Council.
Options/Alternatives considered:
Option 1: To do nothing and allow the Framework Agreements to end on 30th November 2026.
Option 2 (preferred Option): To seek approval for the commencement of a competitive tender process for the provision of the Domestic Property Disability Adaptations (DPDA) service through a closed framework under the Procurement Act 2023, covering the delivery of Level Access Showers, Shower Over Baths and associated bathroom adaptations for a duration of two years, to commence from 1st December 2026 to 30th November 2028, with an option to extend for a further two years, up to 30th November 2030.
Resolved:
1. That the Cabinet approves the commencement of a competitive tender process for the provision of the Domestic Property Disability Adaptations (DPDA) service as a closed framework under the Procurement Act 2023, and appoint up to four (4) providers, covering the delivery of Level Access Showers, Shower Over Baths and associated bathroom adaptations.
2. That the Cabinet approves the proposed contract duration of two years, to commence from 1st December 2026 to 30th November 2028, with an option to extend for a further two years, up to 30th November 2030, subject to satisfactory performance, continued funding and the achievement of value for money.
3. That the Cabinet delegates authority to the Director of Adult Social Services, in consultation with the Lead Member for Health and Social Care, to:
a. Conduct the procurement process in line with the Council’s Contract Procedure Rules and procurement legislation.
b. Award the contract(s) following completion of the procurement exercise.