Decision details

New Commissioned grants policy that creates a structure and framework for Commissioners to offer grants in accordance to the national government Grant Function standards as an alternative to traditional procurement.

That the Commissioned Grants Policy be approved.

Reason for the decision

The Commissioned Grants Policy was an alternative model for direct community benefit that would streamline the process of commissioning for our Voluntary Community Sector whilst still ensuring Dorset Council maintained essential checks and balances, and that Dorset Council got value for money.