Purpose

To approve funding of £63,440 for the
appointment of an external provider, and to make a direct contract
award for the delivery of trauma training within schools.

The work under the proposed direct award contract builds on
previous trauma training delivered by the provider, ensuring
consistency and allowing staff who have had the previous training
to connect with, and share learning and practice, with those
undertaking the latest courses. The provider has been previously
used by a number of schools within the borough and education
services.

Content

RESOLVED - That:
A direct contract award for the value of £63,440 be made for
the delivery of trauma training within schools.

Reasons for the decision

Option 1: Agree the use of external grant
funding to pay for the services detailed in this report and approve
the appointment of TISUK, an external provider, through a direct
contract award to deliver trauma training through schools.

Option 2: Reject the proposal for external funding to be used to
pay for the services and for the appointment of an external
provider through a direct contract award. This is not recommended
as this would mean the training could not be undertaken and the
external funds would need to be returned as there is insufficient
time to reprofile the funding and undertake a full procurement
exercise.

Alternative options considered

Option 2: Reject the proposal for external
funding to be used to pay for the services and for the appointment
of an external provider through a direct contract award. This is
not recommended as this would mean the training could not be
undertaken and the external funds would need to be returned as
there is insufficient time to reprofile the funding and undertake a
full procurement exercise.