Decision
(1) That option three proceed for the development
of care technology in Dorset.
(2) That the procurement be approved of:
a. Assistive Technology service – assessment,
installation and monitoring of equipment;
b. Careline provider and responder service; and
c.
Development
partner.
(3) That the
Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and Health and Executive Director for
People – Adults be delegated authority to award the contract to the successful
bidder once the tender evaluation has been concluded.
(4) That
authority also be delegated to the Cabinet Member for Adult Social Care and
Health and Executive Director for People – Adults, in consultation with the
Executive Director for Corporate Development (S151), to increase the available budget, subject to the
compliance with procurement regulations, where clear evidence of savings and/or
cost avoidance is provided.
Reason for decision: Commissioning services that increase
wellbeing will enable the reduction and delay of more costly health and care
interventions and maintain people’s independence for longer. The procurement of a standalone assistive
technology service will support the delivery of cost savings and avoidance and
support the overall financial position of the Council.