The Director of Children and Families agreed to:
a) Approve the procurement of a city-wide young carer support service via competitive tender. The contract will be for four years; commencing on 1st April 2020, expiring on 31st March 2024. There will be one option to extend of 24 months. The maximum contract value will be £305,725k p.a. (£161,473 Children & Families, £104,252 Adults & Health, £40,000 Leeds CCG).
b) Waive contract procedure rule 15.2 and to approve the tender split of 70% quality and 30% price.
c) Award a contract to the highest scoring bidder.