Issue details

Re-Negotiation of Project Agreement with Oxfordshire Care Partnership

The Oxfordshire Care Partnership is a joint venture between Order of St Johns Care Trust and BPHA, operating under a Project Agreement to maintain council-owned care homes and provide care services. The contract began in 2001 and was extended in 2013 to 2032. Options for service delivery and home management will apply from April 2027. Approval is sought to complete negotiations and vary the existing contract.

Decision type: Key

Reason Key: - Affects more than one division and Revenue Expenditure > £1m;

Decision status: For Determination

Notice of proposed decision first published: 02/03/2026

Anticipated restriction: Part exempt  - View reasons

Explanation of anticipated restriction:
Sensitive financial and commercial negotiations.

Decision due: 21 Apr 2026 by Cabinet

Lead member: Cabinet Member for Adults, Cabinet Member for Finance, Property and Transformation

Lead director: Director of Adult Social Care

Contact: Simon Walkden, Strategic Commercial Partner - People Email: Simon.Walkden@oxfordshire.gov.uk.

Consultation process

Internal consultation and Cabinet Member briefings.

Consultees

Internal consultation and Cabinet Member briefings.

Plan Reference: 26/061