Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome: Approved

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 16, 2025

Purpose: The Cabinet will be asked to approve the direct award of a new, maximum five-year contract for professional services to ensure the support and maintenance of the software and licenses for the Open Housing management system.

Content: Cabinet resolved to:   (i)  Agree to the entering into of a direct award contract with MRI Software for the continued provision of the Open Housing Management System via the KCS Procurement Services Y20023 framework for Managed Services for Business Solutions, in accordance with the strategy set out in the report; and   (ii)  Delegate authority to the Strategic Director for Housing, Environment and Communities, in consultation with the Strategic Director, Resources, and the Head of Legal, to award and enter into the contract and any other necessary agreements for the initial and relevant extended period, including the procurement of professional services to ensure the support and maintenance of the software, licenses and associated software.