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16 Jul 2026 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

Warrington Borough Council has concluded the procurement process for the delivery of a comprehensive Supported Housing Needs Assessment (SHNA) and the development of a Local Supported Housing Strategy (LSHS). This contract, initiated through direct procurement without competition, aimed to support the Council in fulfilling its statutory obligations under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023. The procurement falls within the 'services' category, specifically targeting housing services and research and development consultancy. The awarded contract commenced on 16th July 2026 and is set to conclude on 1st July 2027, with an overall gross value of GBP 81,583. The delivery is focused on the Warrington region (UKD61) in the United Kingdom, emphasizing regional needs for supported housing.

This tender presents significant opportunities for firms specialising in housing services and research and consultancy sectors, especially those capable of delivering comprehensive needs assessments and strategic planning. The procurement process being below the threshold indicates that businesses focusing on niche and specialized services, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), are well-suited to compete in such tenders. Successful delivery could enhance business credibility and lead to further contract opportunities within public authorities, expanding growth through proven expertise in fulfilling statutory requirements efficiently. The involvement of an SME, ARC4 LIMITED, showcases the effectiveness and competitiveness of smaller enterprises in the public procurement domain.

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Notice Title

Warrington Supported Housing Needs Assessment

Notice Description

Delivery of a comprehensive Supported Housing Needs Assessment (SHNA) alongside the development of a Local Supported Housing Strategy (LSHS). This commission supports the Council in meeting its statutory duties under the Supported Housing (Regulatory Oversight) Act 2023, which requires local authorities to assess supported housing need and publish a Local Supported Housing Strategy by 31 March 2027.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cc93
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067109-2026
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
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services

73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services


CPV Codes

70333000 - Housing services

73200000 - Research and development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£67,986 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jul 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
15 Jul 2026 - 1 Jul 2027 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
WARRINGTON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WARRINGTON
Postcode
WA1 1UH
Post Town
Warrington
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD6 Cheshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD61 Warrington
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Warrington
Electoral Ward
Bewsey and Whitecross
Westminster Constituency
Warrington South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ARC4

Further Information

Notice Documents

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