Decision details

The current Alternative Provision framework is due for renewal.  A new Alternative Provision delivery model for educational provision will be required from September 2022 and we will go out to tender if this is approved by Cabinet.   

Decision of the Portfolio Holder for Children, Education, Skills and Early Help

(a)           That the procurement process, as set out in the report, be agreed.

(b)           That the further step of making any contract award be delegated to the Portfolio Holder for Children, Education, Skills and Early Help in consultation with the Executive Director of People – Children.

Reason for the decision

Cabinet is required to approve all key decisions with financial consequences of £500k or more. The current contractual arrangements would come to an end in August 2022 and local authorities were required to arrange alternative education for children pupils who, because of exclusion, illness or other reasons, would not otherwise receive a suitable education (Alternative Provision Guidance, 2013).

          Decision - Alternative Education Provision tender for Implementation from September 2022 - Dorset Council