Purpose

To request authority to Direct Award a
contract for the provision of Occupational Therapy for pupils with
a Brent Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP).

Content

That the Corporate Director of Children, Young
People and Community Development, in consultation with the Cabinet
Member for Children, Young People and Schools:
 
i)              
Approves the direct award of the contract for the provision of
Occupational Therapy (OT) for pupils in mainstream Brent Schools,
following the Provider Selection Regime (PSR) Process C, for an
initial period of 17 months, until 31 January 2027, in the sum of
£891,111 (exclusive of VAT) to Central London Community
Healthcare Trust NHS (CLCH).

Reasons for the decision

As detailed within the accompanying
report.

Alternative options considered

As detailed in the accompanying report.