Contract Awards: 11/03/2025
Discover the latest social housing contract awards, including major investments in repairs, maintenance, compliance, and structural upgrades. Explore key projects, winning suppliers, and contract values.
A targeted approach to Void Property Repairs & Maintenance has been undertaken by City of Doncaster Council, awarding a £300k contract to Certus Construction Group for the next 13 months. This project focuses on completing essential repairs and refurbishments for vacant properties, ensuring they meet habitable standards before being re-let. By directly awarding the contract through Efficiency North, the council aims to expedite turnaround times and enhance housing availability. A strategic upgrade to heating systems is now in progress under a newly awarded contract from Falkirk Council worth £390k. McTear has been selected to oversee the removal of outdated heating systems and the installation of modern, energy-efficient Gas Central Heating to Previously Off Gas Properties within Whitecross. Over the next three months, this project will enhance energy performance and provide residents with cost-effective heating solutions.
An essential electrical upgrade for sheltered housing has been commissioned by Luton Borough Council, awarding a £275k contract to Raytell Electrical Co. over a six-month period. As part of the ongoing refurbishment at Quantock Court, this project involves rewiring all communal areas to improve electrical safety and operational efficiency. This award was secured through a mini-competition under the Electrical Support Framework, ensuring the selection of a qualified contractor for the specialized work. A commitment to cleanliness and resident satisfaction is evident in Highland Residential (Inverness) Ltd’s latest contract award for Stairwell Cleaning Services. Perfect Clean Edinburgh has secured a £354k contract spanning 36 months to maintain the stairwells of 152 housing blocks across 61 developments in the Highlands. This project emphasizes the importance of well-maintained communal spaces in fostering tenant satisfaction, with provisions for two one-year extensions subject to performance.
A crucial investment in ongoing safety and maintenance at Grenfell Tower has been confirmed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, awarding a £24m contract to Deconstruct UK. Over the next 36 months, this contract will focus on essential maintenance and safety enhancements at Grenfell Tower in London, W11, with a commitment to transparency and long-term site stability. A robust contract for asbestos compliance has been awarded by mhs homes group of £1.75m to Environtec. Running for 36 months, this project involves asbestos inspections and testing, ensuring full regulatory compliance. Awarded via a mini-competition under the South East Consortium Compliance Consultancy framework (Lot 4), this initiative strengthens tenant safety by addressing hazardous materials in residential buildings. A comprehensive approach to structural repairs is being implemented by Central Bedfordshire Council through a £1m contract with Millstream. Spanning 36 months, this project includes essential groundwork repairs, underpinning, and structural reinforcements to maintain the long-term integrity of housing stock.