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Housing 21 - Seeking 'Expressions of Interest' (EOI) for DEI Resident Profile Research Project

HOUSING 21

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09 Jun 2026 at 14:33

UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Housing 21, a sub-central government public authority, is in the planning stage of a procurement process titled "Housing 21 - Seeking ‘Expressions of Interest’ (EOI) for DEI Resident Profile Research Project." Located in Birmingham, United Kingdom, this initiative falls under the services category of research and development services, specifically focusing on Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) within resident profiles. Interested businesses must submit their Expressions of Interest (EOIs) by 23 June 2026. This process does not involve a formal tender, but serves as initial market engagement to identify a competent research partner to conduct the study, with the ultimate goal of improving service delivery based on residents' needs and satisfaction levels.

This opportunity presents significant growth potential for research companies specialising in the analysis of Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI). It is particularly suited to agencies with a proven track record in conducting impactful research in similar areas, capable of providing actionable insights that can influence strategic policymaking. Engaging in this project can enhance a firm's portfolio by aligning with a reputable entity like Housing 21 and potentially leading to further collaboration in the housing sector. Companies that can demonstrate successful past projects and provide detailed company overviews in their EOIs stand a good chance of being selected to quote in future stages of this below-threshold quotation exercise.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Housing 21 - Seeking 'Expressions of Interest' (EOI) for DEI Resident Profile Research Project

Notice Description

Housing 21 are planning a future below - threshold quotation exercise to seek an experienced research company to conduct comprehensive resident research on Diversity, Equality and inclusion. We are looking for a specialist partner to deliver actionable insights into our residents' needs, satisfaction levels, and future living requirements. This data will be vital for shaping our upcoming service improvements and insights will directly contribute to our future journey and drive our internal strategy. In the first instance, interested agencies who would like to be considered to quote must demonstrate a strong track record of conducting similar pieces of research and submit their initial Expressions of Interest (EOI) by email to procurementteam@housing21.org.uk : *Provide a brief company overview *Describe the piece of research you did, highlighting its successes and impact Please title the email subject : EOI-Research partner [ add your company name] Please note this is not a tender. Companies with the most experience in this research area, may be invited to quote

Planning Information

Housing 21 are planning a future below - threshold quotation exercise to seek an experienced research company to conduct comprehensive resident research on Diversity, Equality and inclusion. We are looking for a specialist partner to deliver actionable insights into our residents' needs, satisfaction levels, and future living requirements. This data will be vital for shaping our upcoming service improvements and insights will directly contribute to our future journey and drive our internal strategy In the first instance, interested agencies who would like to be considered to quote must demonstrate a strong track record of conducting similar pieces of research and submit their initial Expressions of Interest (EOI) by email to procurementteam@housing21.org.uk : •Provide a brief company overview •Describe the piece of research you did, highlighting its successes and impact Please note: this is not a tender.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b110
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054388-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
9 Jun 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
23 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Jun 2026 - 23 Jun 2026 30 days
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Planning
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
HOUSING 21
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIRMINGHAM
Postcode
B16 8TP
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
Not specified
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Ladywood
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Further Information

Notice Documents

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