---
title: "GMCA 1722 Consultancy for the provision consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06135e"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY"
published: "2026-01-30"
---

# GMCA 1722 Consultancy for the provision consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs

Buyer: GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06135e

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## Summary

The Greater Manchester Combined Authority has completed a consultancy procurement process under the tender ID GMCA 1722, titled "Consultancy for the provision of consultancy services relating to Truly Affordable Net Zero Homes building standards & costs". The procurement process pertained to the consultancy sector within the research and development services category and took place in the UK, specifically in Manchester. The procurement utilised a direct method and was conducted under the PA23 regulations, which permitted exemption for a sole supplier. This resulted in the award of a contract to WSP UK Limited, a large-scale supplier, to provide consultancy services related to Truly Affordable Net Zero (TANZ) homes. The contract was signed on 4th December 2025 and remains active from 11th December 2025 to 31st March 2026.

This consultancy tender offers considerable opportunities for businesses focused on sustainability and innovation, particularly those specialising in cost-efficient and environmentally friendly construction methods. While the procurement has already been awarded, similar opportunities may arise that can be advantageous for environmental consultancy firms and construction companies familiar with net-zero building practices to position themselves as key players. Engaging in such tenders can provide exposure to governmental bodies and potential for future contracts. Companies that specialise in delivering cost analysis tools or have experience in working with central and sub-central public authorities would be well-suited to apply for similar tenders.

## Notice

In 2024, the supplier was commissioned by Homes England to produce a TANZ (Truly Affordable Net Zero) calculator (this is a calculator of build costs) for Greater Manchester. This commission is to provide consultancy services around TANZ build costs following developments in the policy area since 2024. Route to market = Exemption (sole supplier and value for money) in line with the PA23 regulations and constitution.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008611-2026 |
| 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 | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 11 Dec 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £35,400 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | GREATER MANCHESTER COMBINED AUTHORITY |
| Locality | MANCHESTER |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M1 6EU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester |
| Local authority | Manchester |
| Electoral ward | Deansgate |
| Westminster constituency | Manchester Central |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | WSP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 73 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

### Codes

- 73000000 - Research and development services and related consultancy services

## Release History

- 30 Jan 2026 at 16:00 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008611-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008611-2026
  30th January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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