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Strategic Housing Market Assessment

NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL

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15 Aug 2025 at 15:01

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Summary of the contracting process

North Hertfordshire District Council is currently in the tender stage for a project titled "Strategic Housing Market Assessment". The council seeks a qualified consultant to conduct this assessment, which will support their local planning initiatives by analysing housing market dynamics, demographic trends, and housing needs within North Hertfordshire. The project falls under the industry category of technical testing, analysis, and consultancy services, with a focus on research and development. The tender process is open and competitive, allowing submissions electronically. Key dates include the enquiry period ending on August 29, 2025, and the tender period concluding on September 12, 2025. The project, valued at approximately £40,000, is based in Letchworth Garden City.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses with expertise in technical analysis and consultancy services, especially those proficient in housing market evaluations and demographic studies. Companies specialising in research and development or possessing experience with strategic housing assessments are well-positioned to compete. Involvement in such a contract can stimulate business growth by expanding portfolios and establishing a presence in public sector projects. Furthermore, successful delivery could lead to collaborations with local government bodies, enhancing the businesses' reputation and potential for future government tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Housing Market Assessment

Notice Description

North Hertfordshire District Council is seeking to appoint a suitably qualified and experience Consultant to undertake a Strategic Housing Market Assessment (SHMA). The primary objective of the SHMA is to provide a robust and comprehensive evidence base to support the emerging Local Plan. The study should: * Evaluate the Current Housing Market: Analyse market dynamics and affordability trends within North Hertfordshire. * Review Demographic and Household Projections: Examine population projections and household composition over the plan period. * Establish Future Housing Needs: Identify current and projected housing demand, including an assessment of housing mix by size, type, and tenure. * Assess Affordable Housing Requirements: Determine the need for affordable housing, including appropriate tenures, dwelling types, and unit sizes. * Identify Needs of Specific Groups: Consider the housing requirements of distinct groups of people such as families with children, older people, individuals with disabilities, and others with specialist housing need. * Identify any key variations within the District: Recognise there are different markets and needs across North Hertfordshire reflecting local characteristics and proximity to key settlements beyond North Hertfordshire's boundaries such as Luton, Stevenage and Cambridge. The SHMA must be consistent with requirements set out in the Government's National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) and Planning Practice Guidance (PPG) and any updates as appropriate. The Consultants may optionally be required to attend the Examination in Public.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-058938
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/049250-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

71600000 - Technical testing, analysis and consultancy services

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

73220000 - Development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Aug 20256 months ago
Submission Deadline
12 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Oct 2025 - 1 Sep 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH HERTFORDSHIRE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachael Rooney
Contact Email
rachael.rooney@north-herts.gov.uk
Contact Phone
01462474328

Buyer Location

Locality
LETCHWORTH GARDEN CITY
Postcode
SG6 3JF
Post Town
Stevenage
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Hertfordshire
Electoral Ward
Letchworth South West
Westminster Constituency
North East Hertfordshire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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