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title: "Discretionary and Selective Licensing: Public Consultation for the Private Sector Housing Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05e778"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "MEDWAY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-04-23"
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# Discretionary and Selective Licensing: Public Consultation for the Private Sector Housing Service

Buyer: MEDWAY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05e778

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## Summary

Medway Council has awarded a contract for consulting services related to discretionary and selective licensing within its Private Sector Housing Service. The council sought public consultation to create a comprehensive strategy involving stakeholder engagement and communications planning. The consulting services, classified under health and safety consultancy, are set to be delivered in the region UKJ41, which encompasses Chatham, United Kingdom. The procurement process is classified as an open competition below the threshold, with the tender initially active and subsequently concluded as of 23rd April 2026. The contract has a renewal option that allows for a two-month extension, and it was signed on 16th March 2026.

The awarded contract presents a significant opportunity for businesses specializing in consultancy, specifically those with expertise in health and safety, housing regulations, and strategic communications. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) would have been well-suited to compete, given the procurement method promoting open competition. The contract involves the development of a marketing and communications strategy vital for enhancing housing conditions. SMEs keen on expanding their portfolio in public sector consultancy services, particularly those involved in housing services and stakeholder engagement, might find further opportunities following this contract's activities, especially if the renewal extension is utilised.

## Notice

Medway Council's Private Sector Housing Team provides statutory services and advice to private landlords and private rental tenants. The teams work has an impact upon the health and protection of borough residents and to remedy inadequate housing conditions. Private Sector Housing also licence mobile home sites and houses in multiple occupation and ensure that management regulations are met within these properties. To designate an area under a discretionary and selective licensing scheme, the council must undertake a comprehensive and legally compliant public consultation. This process should be informed by robust stakeholder mapping, detailed audience analysis, and prior engagement experience. Based on these foundations, a targeted consultation marketing and communications strategy should be developed, incorporating a detailed delivery plan that outlines key messaging, communication channels, and a breakdown of planned activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036855-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 23 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 18 Mar 2026 - 4 May 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £144,000 |
| Lots value | £144,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £144,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | MEDWAY COUNCIL |
| Locality | CHATHAM |
| Post town | Rochester |
| Postcode | ME4 4TR |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ41 Medway |
| Local authority | Medway |
| Electoral ward | Chatham Central & Brompton |
| Westminster constituency | Rochester and Strood |
| Delivery location | TLJ41 Medway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | TRANSFORM UK CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

### Codes

- 71317210 - Health and safety consultancy services

## Release History

- 23 Apr 2026 at 06:18 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036855-2026
- 24 Nov 2025 at 14:05 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076500-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/036855-2026
  23rd April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/076500-2025
  24th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/GX62CNR378
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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