Decision

Approve the recommendation.

Reasons for the decision

To ensure a dynamic and diverse care market in the local area, in accordance with
the Market Shaping duties of the Local Authority.

To ensure continuity of care for those people currently receiving care and support
from the care provider concerned.

Alternative options considered

Do nothing. The council has a statutory duty to assess and arrange appropriate
care and support for adults meeting its eligibility criteria and therefore is required
to secure appropriate contracts for provision of this support. The do- nothing
option would mean the existing contracts would lapse in August 2022 without
ongoing arrangements in place, bringing the council into breach of its obligations
under the Care Act 2014. This option is not recommended. This option is not
compliant with the contracting and procurement standing orders and regulations,
as well as being in potential breach of the statutory duties required of a local
authority under the Care Act 2014 and is therefore not permissible