Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Recommendations Approved

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: Yes

Date of Decision: April 14, 2025

Purpose: To consider a report on the procurement process for commissioning Integrated Sexual Health Services.

Content: ·  Approved the delegation of function of the commissioning of sexual health services, to include procurement and award of contract to a third party, in accordance with duties under the Health and Social Care Act 2012 to Bracknell Forest Council for a period of 7 years from the commencement date of the Inter Authority Agreement.    ·  Pending entering into the Inter-Authority Agreement to facilitate the decision at paragraph 1.2.1, approved the procurement of an Integrated Sexual Health service to be led by Bracknell Forest Council on behalf of the Berkshire East local authorities for an initial term of 5 years (1st July 2026 – 30th June 2031) with two (2) 12-month optional extensions.   ·  Approved the delegation of function of reporting and monitoring the NHS Health Checks programme in accordance with the duties under the Health and Social Care Act 2012 to Bracknell Forest Council for a period of 7 years from the commencement date of the Inter Authority Agreement.   ·  Delegated authority to the Director of Public Health, in consultation with the Lead Member for Equalities, Public Health and Public Protection, to enter into an inter-authority agreement to facilitate the delegation of function.