The Director of Adults and Health will be asked to approve the direct award of five Housing Related Support contracts (Homelessness and Domestic Abuse) in West Sussex. The new contracts will have an initial term of eighteen months with the option to extend for up to a further twelve months and will commence on 1st October 2024.
Four of the contracted services provide support and accommodation to those experiencing homelessness and/or rough sleeping. The fifth contract provides refuge accommodation for those fleeing Domestic Abuse.
The services assist the council in meeting its statutory duties and some of the specific outcome priorities as detailed in the West Sussex Our Council Plan.
These are:
• Keeping people safe from vulnerable situations.
• A sustainable and prosperous economy.
• Helping people and communities to fulfil their potential.
• Making the best use of resources
Decision type: Key
Reason Key: Expenditure > £500,000 and affects more than 1 division;
Decision status: Recommendations Approved (subject to call-in)
Divisions affected: (All Divisions);
Notice of proposed decision first published: 03/07/2024
Decision due: January 2025 by Director of Adults and Health (Alan Sinclair)
Lead member: Alan Sinclair, Director of Adults and Health alan.sinclair@westsussex.gov.uk
Contact: Sarah L Leppard, Senior Contracts Officer, People Services Email: sarah.l.leppard@westsussex.gov.uk Tel: 0330 022 23774.
Consultation process
Representations concerning this proposed decision can be made via the officer contact.
Democratic Services Contact: Erica Taunton Tel: 033 022 26050