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Loft Insulation Services

WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP LIMITED

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Award

19 Mar 2026 at 12:55

PlanningUpdate

09 Oct 2025 at 14:33

Planning

09 Oct 2025 at 12:44

Summary of the contracting process

Wythenshawe Community Housing Group Limited, located in Manchester, has completed the procurement process for loft insulation services aimed at improving energy efficiency and reducing carbon emissions as part of their sustainability strategy. This project, identified under OCID ocds-h6vhtk-05aba0, is classified within the thermal insulation work industry category, and will be implemented across regions UKD33 and UKD34 in the United Kingdom. The contract was awarded on 6th February 2026 to Bespoke Contract Services Limited, covering a period of three years with renewal options for an additional two years. The procurement method involved limited competition, indicative of the below-threshold nature of this tender.

This procurement presents significant growth opportunities for businesses involved in thermal efficiency solutions and sustainable construction practices. Suppliers capable of delivering high-performance loft insulation installations that comply with modern standards and retrofit requirements are particularly well-suited to participate. Ideal candidates are SMEs with expertise in insulation, sustainability projects, or property enhancements aiming at reducing energy bills and contributing to national retrofit agendas. The focus on thermal efficiency and resident comfort aligns with broader market demands for energy-saving building solutions, offering a lucrative avenue for enterprises in this sector to expand their portfolios and engage with public sector clients.

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Notice Title

Loft Insulation Services

Notice Description

The delivery of loft insulation installation that support carbon reduction, lower energy bills, and contribute to national retrofit targets. This RFQ seeks suppliers with the capability to deliver loft insulation works that meet modern performance standards and comply with relevant retrofit requirements. The programme will focus on enhancing thermal efficiency through the installation or top-up of loft insulation, reducing heat loss and improving resident comfort. WCHG anticipate an annual total volume of 70-80 jobs between Investment-side (i.e. D2D), and Voids. The contract period is for 3 years with the option to extend for 2 x 12 months,

Planning Information

Wythenshawe Community Housing Group (WCHG) is committed to improving the energy efficiency and thermal comfort of its housing stock as part of a wider sustainability and asset investment strategy. With over 14,000 properties under management, WCHG is exploring opportunities to deliver loft insulation upgrades that support carbon reduction, lower energy bills, and contribute to national retrofit targets. This Soft Market Test is designed to assess supplier interest and capability in delivering loft insulation works that meet modern performance standards. The programme will focus on enhancing thermal efficiency through the installation or top-up of loft insulation, helping to reduce heat loss and improve resident comfort.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05aba0
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/025154-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45321000 - Thermal insulation work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£166,666 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£30,509 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Mar 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Oct 2025Expired
Award Date
6 Feb 20262 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2026 - 5 Feb 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP LIMITED
Additional Buyers

WYTHENSHAWE COMMUNITY HOUSING GROUP (WCHG)

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M22 9TA
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD33 Manchester
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Manchester
Electoral Ward
Sharston
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BESPOKE CONTRACT SERVICES

Further Information

Notice Documents

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