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SDS - Local Housing Needs Assessment

West of England Combined Authority

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28 May 2026 at 11:58

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Summary of the contracting process

The West of England Combined Authority has embarked on a contracting process to commission a Local Housing Needs Assessment (LHNA) for the regions of Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol City Council, North Somerset, and South Gloucestershire. The procurement, categorised under urban planning services, follows a limited competition method, deemed below the threshold, and has now completed its award and contract stages. Opinion Research Services Ltd has been awarded the contract, which commenced on 24 April 2026 and is due to be completed by 31 August 2026. The contract, valued at £96,000 gross, was formalised on 23 April 2026, and aims to provide essential data for strategic development in housing needs within the specified areas.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for businesses involved in urban planning and research services, particularly those with a capability to analyse and assess housing needs. Companies with a background in comprehensive urban assessments and experience in public sector projects would find this contract highly advantageous for growth and development. The project offers an avenue for organisations to expand their service portfolio within the public sector, demonstrating expertise in large-scale housing assessments across multiple jurisdictions. Such projects can enhance a firm's reputation and credibility, particularly in regions undergoing significant housing and urban development.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

SDS - Local Housing Needs Assessment

Notice Description

Commission of a Local Housing Needs Assessment (LHNA) for the four authorities of Bath and North East Somerset, Bristol City Council, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06a76a
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/050237-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

CPV Codes

71410000 - Urban planning services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£80,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 May 20264 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 Apr 2026 - 31 Aug 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
West of England Combined Authority
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 6AL
Postcode Area
Bristol
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Opinion Research Services Ltd

Further Information

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