Tender

Health and Safety Services

SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

04 Dec 2025 at 15:30

Planning

01 Sep 2025 at 11:53

Summary of the contracting process

Shropshire Towns and Rural Housing is inviting tenders for comprehensive Health & Safety (H&S) services, aimed at supporting compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across housing management, maintenance, and property development operations. This open procurement procedure is positioned within the services category, with a preference for locally based providers around Oswestry, Shrewsbury, and Bridgnorth, facilitating regular on-site collaborations. Enquiries for the tender close on 12th January 2026, and participation submissions are due by 19th January 2026, with the contract award anticipated by 25th February 2026. The contract is set to commence on 1st April 2026 for a term of three years, extendable by two years, and aligns with the legal framework established by the UK Public Procurement Acts.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for firms specialising in health and safety consultancy services to expand their operations within the UK housing sector. The tender process favours Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), making it an attractive proposition for local businesses looking to strengthen their industry presence. With a gross contract value of £660,000 and the potential for extended collaboration, this opportunity is well-suited to businesses able to deliver high-quality service standards, innovate in risk management solutions, and establish strong and ongoing client relationships. This procurement aligns with strategic goals by emphasising collaboration and compliance, providing a pathway for businesses to enhance their market reputation and expand their service offerings in the public sector.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Information

Notice Title

Health and Safety Services

Notice Description

The Contracting Authority is inviting tenders from Suppliers who can provide a comprehensive Health & Safety (H&S) service to support compliance, risk management, and continuous improvement across its housing management, maintenance, and property development operations. In line with the National Procurement Policy Statement, the Contracting Authority has a strong preference for locally based service providers (which covers Oswestry, through to Shrewsbury and down to Bridgnorth), to facilitate regular on-site visits and build collaborative working relationships. This specification defines eight core service areas, expected deliverables, qualification requirements, and performance standards.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: 2 years extension can be provided subject to supplier performance and the client's agreement.

Planning Information

To see the Pre-Market Engagement Questionnaire, you’ll need to sign up to MyTenders. This is the online system we’ll use to run the tender process. Registering is quick and easy, and once you’re signed up, you can find the opportunity and view the PME Questionnaire. The other benefit is you will be able to view other opportunities issued by other contracting authorities. The website is https://mytenders.co.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-059144
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/079836-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
£550,000 £500K-£1M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
4 Dec 2025Today
Submission Deadline
19 Jan 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
18 Sep 2025Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
2030-11-25

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SHROPSHIRE TOWNS AND RURAL HOUSING
Contact Name
Gary Stephens
Contact Email
gary.stephens@starhousing.org.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SHREWSBURY
Postcode
SY2 6LG
Post Town
Shrewsbury
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG22 Shropshire
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire, TLG22 Shropshire

Local Authority
Shropshire
Electoral Ward
Bayston Hill, Column and Sutton
Westminster Constituency
Shrewsbury

Further Information

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