PQ0661 - Independent Tenant and Community Advice Service in Relation to The Druids Heath Regeneration Scheme

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

28 Apr 2026 at 13:42

Tender

17 Dec 2025 at 15:37

Summary of the contracting process

This procurement process was conducted by Birmingham City Council to appoint an organisation for the provision of an independent community advice service related to the Druids Heath Regeneration Scheme. The award stage was completed with a contract signed on 24th April 2026, and the service is set to commence on 5th May 2026. The procurement was conducted using the open competition method, specifically categorised under "Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security," within the UKG31 region of the United Kingdom. The tender initially opened on 17th December 2025 with the call for organisations to submit their bids by 30th January 2026, offering a contract valued at £165,000 with the possibility of extension for an additional year. This tender aims to ensure transparent and community-focused assistance during the regeneration process, aligning closely with the council’s long-term strategy of effective urban renewal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy, legal advisory, and community engagement services. Organisations with experience in estate regeneration and community advocacy are well-suited to leverage this contract to expand their footprint within the region. SMEs involved in consultancy or advisory services stand to gain by strengthening their portfolio with public sector works, potentially influencing further governmental projects. With a focus on unbiased community support and advocacy, this contract enables qualified businesses to establish themselves as key players in supporting local communities during transformative urban projects.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

PQ0661 - Independent Tenant and Community Advice Service in Relation to The Druids Heath Regeneration Scheme

Notice Description

Birmingham City Council is seeking to appoint an organisation for the provision of an independent community advice service, for the residents of Druids Heath, Birmingham pertaining to the new regeneration scheme. The contract for the services will commence in May 2026 and will be in place for a period of 12 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months. The Council is committed to regenerating Druids Heath for the benefit of the local community, whilst ensuring that this community is provided with independent advice, so that residents can confidently help shape how regeneration is realised. In doing so, the Council aims to ensure that regeneration is completed transparently, so that residents of Druids Heath are aware of what options are available to them, and they can truly collaborate in shaping the design of their neighbourhood. The Provider will provide a vital role as an independent source of advice and information that is trusted by the community. Their primary focus is to ensure that affected residents' voices are heard, to help affected residents to understand what they can expect from regeneration and to ensure their rights are protected during estate regeneration. This includes unbiased advice on housing regeneration plans, residents housing options and rights, the statutory and legislative frameworks that apply, potential compensation, independent capacity building, advocacy support, and any other considerations that may apply to their circumstances. The Provider will also guide residents toward more specialist advice and assistance as required at key delivery stages, within each individual phase.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: The contract for the services will commence in April 2026 and will be in place for a period of 12 months with the option to extend for a further 12 months.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05f825
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/038665-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security


CPV Codes

79000000 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£171,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£171,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£165,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Apr 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
23 Apr 20262 months ago
Contract Period
4 May 2026 - 4 May 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B1 1BB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG31 Birmingham

Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LOCONOMY

Further Information

Notice Documents

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