Decision details

The Board will be asked to approve the re-tender of the following services:

Gateway service

This is an open access service for all adults experiencing issues with drugs. The service provides advice, information, brief interventions and support for all those affected.  The service also works with those in the Criminal Justice System providing the support necessary in order to stabilise them ready for structured treatment if appropriate.

Recovery service

This is the adult prescribing service. Those individuals who are using heroin and require a substitute such as Methadone can see a clinician who can provide the appropriate support. There is also a needle exchange on site.

The Board:

(i)  Agreed that the Council proceeds with the re-procurement of the Gateway Service, as set out in the report;

(ii)  Agreed that the Council proceeds with the re-procurement of the Recovery Service, as set out in the report; and,

(iii)  Delegated authority to the Corporate Director of Adult and Community Services to conduct the procurement in accordance with the procurement strategy set out in this report, and award the contract, in consultation with the Chief Finance Officer and the Head of Legal and Democratic Services, to the successful bidders.