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Strategic Housing Market Assessment

KNOWSLEY COUNCIL

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30 Jun 2026 at 10:47

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Knowsley Council is in the process of procuring a Strategic Housing Market Assessment to aid the development of a new Local Plan later in 2026 and a Housing Strategy by 2027. This tender focuses on the services industry category, specifically housing services, and is located in Huyton, UK. The procurement is at the tender stage, with the closing date for submissions set for 30th July 2026. Knowsley Council, acting as the buying organisation, is using an open procurement method under a below threshold - open competition process. Interested parties can find more information on the submission method via the detailed platform.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in housing services to engage in a project with Knowsley Council, with a contract value of £60,000. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are especially encouraged to participate, with evaluation criteria focusing on quality, pricing, and social value. With a potential end date in December 2026 and possible contract renewal options, successful bidders will benefit from expanding their portfolio and showcasing their expertise in developing evidence bases for strategic planning, an area crucial for local governments. This tender is particularly suited for those with experience in delivering comprehensive strategic assessments and planning services.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Strategic Housing Market Assessment

Notice Description

Knowsley Council is to commence the development of a new Local Plan later in 2026 and for a new Housing Strategy to be in place during 2027. To inform the development of the new Local Plan and new Housing Strategy the Council is seeking to appoint an experienced and suitably qualified organisation to undertake a Strategic Housing Market Assessment (SHMA). The SHMA will be an important part of the evidence base to support both work areas.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bfee
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061152-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Jul 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

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

Buyer Location

Locality
HUYTON
Postcode
L36 9YU
Post Town
Liverpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD7 Merseyside
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD71 East Merseyside
Delivery Location
TLD71 East Merseyside
Local Authority
Knowsley
Electoral Ward
Roby
Westminster Constituency
Knowsley

Further Information

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