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GMCA 1722 Consultancy for the provision consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs

GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY

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30 Jan 2026 at 16:00

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a consultancy procurement process under the tender ID GMCA 1722, titled "Consultancy for the provision of consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs". The procurement process pertained to the consultancy sector within the research and development services category and took place in the UK, specifically in Manchester. The procurement utilised a direct method and was conducted under the PA23 regulations, which permitted exemption for a sole supplier. This resulted in the award of a contract to WSP UK Limited, a large-scale supplier, to provide consultancy services related to Truly Affordable Net Zero (TANZ) homes. The contract was signed on 4th December 2025 and remains active from 11th December 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This consultancy tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses focused on sustainability and innovation, particularly those specialising in cost-efficient and environmentally friendly construction methods. While the procurement has already been awarded, similar opportunities may arise that can be advantageous for environmental consultancy firms and construction companies familiar with net-zero building practices to position themselves as key players. Engaging in such tenders can provide exposure to governmental bodies and potential for future contracts. Companies that specialise in delivering cost analysis tools or have experience in working with central and sub-central public authorities would be well-suited to apply for similar tenders.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

GMCA 1722 Consultancy for the provision consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs

Notice Description

In 2024, the supplier was commissioned by Homes England to produce a TANZ (Truly Affordable Net Zero) calculator (this is a calculator of build costs) for Greater Manchester. This commission is to provide consultancy services around TANZ build costs following developments in the policy area since 2024. Route to market = Exemption (sole supplier and value for money) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06135e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008611-2026
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
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

CPV Codes

73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£35,400 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20263 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
4 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-6 months
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

WSP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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