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Discretionary and Selective Licensing: Public Consultation for the Private Sector Housing Service

MEDWAY COUNCIL

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Award

23 Apr 2026 at 06:18

Tender

24 Nov 2025 at 14:05

Summary of the contracting process

Medway Council has awarded a contract for consulting services related to discretionary and selective licensing within its Private Sector Housing Service. The council sought public consultation to create a comprehensive strategy involving stakeholder engagement and communications planning. The consulting services, classified under health and safety consultancy, are set to be delivered in the region UKJ41, which encompasses Chatham, United Kingdom. The procurement process is classified as an open competition below the threshold, with the tender initially active and subsequently concluded as of 23rd April 2026. The contract has a renewal option that allows for a two-month extension, and it was signed on 16th March 2026.

The awarded contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in consultancy, specifically those with expertise in health and safety, housing regulations, and strategic communications. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would have been well-suited to compete, given the procurement method promoting open competition. The contract involves the development of a marketing and communications strategy vital for enhancing housing conditions. SMEs keen on expanding their portfolio in public sector consultancy services, particularly those involved in housing services and stakeholder engagement, might find further opportunities following this contract's activities, especially if the renewal extension is utilised.

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Notice Title

Discretionary and Selective Licensing: Public Consultation for the Private Sector Housing Service

Notice Description

Medway Council's Private Sector Housing Team provides statutory services and advice to private landlords and private rental tenants. The teams work has an impact upon the health and protection of borough residents and to remedy inadequate housing conditions. Private Sector Housing also licence mobile home sites and houses in multiple occupation and ensure that management regulations are met within these properties. To designate an area under a discretionary and selective licensing scheme, the council must undertake a comprehensive and legally compliant public consultation. This process should be informed by robust stakeholder mapping, detailed audience analysis, and prior engagement experience. Based on these foundations, a targeted consultation marketing and communications strategy should be developed, incorporating a detailed delivery plan that outlines key messaging, communication channels, and a breakdown of planned activities.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05e778
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036855-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

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
£144,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£144,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£144,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Apr 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
16 Mar 20261 months ago
Contract Period
18 Mar 2026 - 4 May 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MEDWAY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
CHATHAM
Postcode
ME4 4TR
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ41 Medway
Delivery Location
TLJ41 Medway

Local Authority
Medway
Electoral Ward
Chatham Central & Brompton
Westminster Constituency
Rochester and Strood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

TRANSFORM UK CONSULTING

Further Information

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