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Tenancy Relations Pilot Project Evaluation

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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07 Nov 2025 at 11:59

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Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority initiated a project titled "Tenancy Relations Pilot Project Evaluation," focusing on the evaluation of a pilot project aimed at reducing harassment and illegal eviction within local authority areas. The procurement process falls under the industry category of 'services' with a direct method, conducted below the threshold without competition. This evaluation project commenced on 15th September 2025 and will conclude by 15th September 2027. The contract was awarded to MEL RESEARCH LIMITED, a company based in Birmingham, as of 26th August 2025, and is valued at £39,799. The project involves delivery across various regions in the United Kingdom, including UKC through UKK.

This tender provides significant opportunities for businesses in the research and development consultancy sector, specifically catering to those experienced in handling public sector evaluations or pilot projects. Small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a focus on consultancy services in tenancy relations or social issues would find this contract advantageous for expanding their portfolio. Engaging in such a significant public authority contract can enhance a company’s reputation and open further collaborations with government entities. The project’s scope and regional impact can also serve as a pathway to accessing further opportunities in social research and policy development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tenancy Relations Pilot Project Evaluation

Notice Description

An evaluation of a pilot project to reduce the instances of harassment and illegal eviction in three GM local authority areas

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dca8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071983-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - without competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£39,799 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
25 Aug 20256 months ago
Contract Period
14 Sep 2025 - 15 Sep 2027 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@manchesterfire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
MANCHESTER
Postcode
M1 6EU
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
Deansgate
Westminster Constituency
Manchester Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MEL RESEARCH

Further Information

Notice Documents

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