Tender

Racial Inequalities effect on housing and homelessness research

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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Tender

26 Mar 2025 at 14:09

Tender Notice
Tender

21 Feb 2025 at 16:37

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) has initiated a tender titled "Racial Inequalities effect on housing and homelessness research" under the industry category of general management consultancy services (CPV 79411000). This contract aims to provide fresh insights into correcting racial inequalities in social housing and homelessness, specifically focusing on the disproportional impact on black and minoritised communities. The tender process is open, with submissions to be made by 7th April 2025 at 12:00 PM GMT. The contract is valued at £75,000 and will run from 21st April 2025 to 31st October 2025. The procurement method is an open procedure, suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, and the delivery location is within the United Kingdom.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in management consultancy with a focus on social impact and housing. Companies with expertise in racial equality, social housing, homelessness, and strategic consultancy will find this project particularly fitting. The project not only offers a substantial contract value but also the chance to contribute meaningfully to social justice in the housing sector. The involvement of the Greater Manchester Housing Providers and the GM Race Equality Panel highlights the emphasis on collaborative and informed approaches, making it an ideal opportunity for consultancies aiming to expand their portfolio in high-impact community and government projects.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Racial Inequalities effect on housing and homelessness research

Notice Description

Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA), the Greater Manchester Housing Providers (GMHP), and the GM Race Equality Panel (collectively, 'the Commissioners') seek fresh insight to inform a strategic approach to correcting racial inequalities in the social housing and homelessness sectors; and specifically, intersections which are a factor in driving disproportionate homelessness among people from black and minoritised communities. *TENDER PACK AND FURTHER INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON THE CHEST https://www.the-chest.org.uk/ *** Please note - the tender deadline has been extended to 07.04.25 12:00

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1a48e7a2-d222-4c1d-81ce-050e1d17a1bc
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4cd4ea90-9215-455c-8066-6c341fdede23
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£75,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Mar 202511 months ago
Submission Deadline
7 Apr 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
20 Apr 2025 - 31 Oct 2025 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
SALFORD
Postcode
M27 8US
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Salford
Electoral Ward
Swinton Park
Westminster Constituency
Salford

Further Information

Notice Documents

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