Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee
Bromley Council's Executive, Resources and Contracts Committee's remit covers urgent contract awards, such as the recent direct award for direct payment support.
In January 2026, Bromley Council's Director of Social Services awarded an urgent interim contract for its Direct Payment Support Service to The Disability Syndicate. This direct award, valued at £563,907 over 24 months, was made following the insolvency of the previous provider, Vibrance Ltd, to ensure service continuity for residents.
The award was made under the Council's Contract Procedure Rules, bypassing the typical competitive tendering process, though officers were commended for their prompt response. The Executive, Resources and Contracts Policy Development and Scrutiny Committee is responsible for scrutinising policies related to such contracts and resource management.
Key facts
- An urgent interim contract for Direct Payment Support Service was awarded in January 2026. Source
- The contract, valued at £563,907 over 24 months, was awarded to The Disability Syndicate. Source
- The award followed the insolvency of the previous provider, Vibrance Ltd. Source
- The Director of Social Services directly awarded the contract under Council rules. Source
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