Decision details
Authority to Extend the Contract for Mobile Voice and Data Services (Recordable Officer Decision)
Decision Maker: Strategic Director - Customer and Digital Services
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Is Key decision?: No
Is subject to call in?: No
Purpose:
To seek approval for the extension of a contract for mobile voice and data services with Vodafone Limited, in accordance with Contract Standing Order 112.
Decision:
That the Strategic Director Customer and Digital Services:
i) Approves an extension of the current contract with Vodafone Limited for one year as provided for in the contract.
Reasons for the decision:
The proposed extension as provided for in the contract will enable the continued use of the voice and data services without the cost of the implementation of a new contract. The quality of the voice and data services is good, and the rates in the contract represent value for money for the council.
Alternative options considered:
Officers considered not extending the contract, but retendering and possible subsequent implementation of a new service would not deliver best value for money.
Wards Affected: (All Wards);
Cabinet/Committee Decision or Scheme of Delegation: Delegated authority.
Parties Consulted: The relevant Shared Service Borough stakeholders have been consulted.
Contact: Philippa Brewin, Senior Category Manager, Procurement Email: philippa.brewin@brent.gov.uk Tel: 020 8937 1733.
Publication date: 21/07/2021
Date of decision: 21/07/2021