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01 Jul 2026 at 07:30

Summary of the contracting process

Clarion Housing Group, a significant public authority operating within the United Kingdom, has completed a procurement process for the acquisition of political intelligence and public affairs support services. Targeted for entities within the marketing and business services industry, this contract aimed at promoting Clarion's vision. The procurement process followed a limited competition method, below threshold, resulting in a contract awarded to Anacta Strategies UK Limited. Located in London, the project began on 1st April 2026 and is set to conclude on 30th September 2026, reflecting a contract value of £45,000, grossing up to £54,000 inclusive of applicable considerations.

This tender presents robust opportunities for SMEs specialising in advertising consultancy services, particularly those with expertise in public affairs and strategic communication within the social housing sector. The contract leveraged a streamlined, limited competition method, opening avenues for smaller entities to engage with major public authorities such as Clarion Housing Group. Enterprises equipped with political intelligence and advocacy capabilities can capitalise on these services to enhance their market presence and foster long-term partnerships in the public sector.

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Notice Title

Political intelligence and public affairs support

Notice Description

Political intelligence and public affairs support to promote Clarion's vision

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c0c2
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061508-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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


CPV Codes

79341100 - Advertising consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£45,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Mar 20263 months ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 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
CLARION HOUSING GROUP
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
NW1 7QX
Post Town
North West London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI3 Inner London - West
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI36 Camden
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Camden
Electoral Ward
Regent's Park
Westminster Constituency
Holborn and St Pancras

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ANACTA STRATEGIES

Further Information

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