Explore the latest UK social housing contract awards, featuring investments across adaptations, void refurbishments, new builds, and decarbonisation. See who won, where, and what\u2019s being delivered.<\/span><\/p>\n The <\/span>Hounslow London Borough<\/b> has awarded a substantial \u00a314.4m contract over 24 months for its Housing Adaptation Service (HAS). This end-to-end framework brings together a diverse consortium of 14 contractors across 7 different lots\u2014including C&C Builders, Cavendish Group, Arc Group London, and more\u2014to deliver tailored adaptations for residents assessed by Occupational Therapists. Funded largely through the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG), the framework encompasses minor works, level-access showers, major conversions, compliance upgrades, heating installations, and access improvements\u2014ensuring safer, more accessible living environments borough-wide. Inverclyde ramps up housing readiness with void reinstatement works with <\/span>River Clyde Homes <\/b>has appointed WrightKerr All Trades on a \u00a33.76m, 24-month contract to undertake the reinstatement and refurbishment of void properties. With an expected turnaround of approximately 35 properties per month, the works will bring both standard and major voids\u2014often requiring full kitchens, bathrooms, and external upgrades\u2014back to a lettable condition. Payment will be performance-based, with strict delivery windows to maintain housing supply and quality standards.<\/span><\/p>\n Decarbonisation and upgrades in North East Derbyshire continues as the <\/span>Rykneld Homes <\/b>has issued a \u00a33.75m, 36-month contract to Matthews and Tannert for kitchen and bathroom improvements via the EEM0056 framework. The project supports Rykneld\u2019s drive toward energy efficiency and modernised amenities, forming a key part of their decarbonisation and property improvement agenda for tenants in North East Derbyshire. Gas servicing secured by City Technical Services to deliver essential gas servicing, maintenance, and repair over a 24-month contract worth \u00a31.87m for <\/span>East Renfrewshire Council<\/b>. Covering both individual properties and communal systems in sheltered housing, the contract includes annual safety checks, reactive call-outs, and vital appliance repairs\u2014enhancing both safety and reliability across the council\u2019s housing stock.<\/span><\/p>\n A transformative \u00a3173m, 69-month development at Lea Bridge Station Sites has been secured by London Square Developments for <\/span>Waltham Forest London Borough<\/b>. Originally structured with a mix of tenures, the revised scheme now delivers 387 fully affordable homes through a long-term 990-year lease\u2014aligning with GLA grant conditions and recent safety regulations. The project includes significant infrastructure relocations and reflects a recalibrated profit model, demonstrating a flexible, compliance-led development approach under Public Contracts Regulations. Following a contractor insolvency, <\/span>Westminster London Borough<\/b> has swiftly awarded an urgent 10-month, \u00a38.34m contract to Willmott Dixon Construction to complete its Adpar Street housing infill scheme. With 80% of works already complete, this replacement ensures project continuity and the timely delivery of much-needed housing units as part of the broader Package B development initiative.<\/span><\/p>\n Clyde Valley Housing Association <\/b>continues its commitment to housing development and quality with two newly awarded contracts in Kirkintilloch. Clark Contracts has been appointed on a \u00a32.25m, 36-month design and build agreement to deliver 16 new-build apartments, contributing to the region\u2019s affordable housing supply. Meanwhile, The JR Group has secured a \u00a31.97m contract to complete remedial works on 57 near-finished flats across three blocks. The scope includes electrical installations, painting, and final snagging, delivered in two structured phases to ensure a smooth and timely handover. <\/span>Falkirk Council<\/b> has engaged A.C. Whyte & Co. on a 6-month, \u00a31.11m renovation of 17 flats on Duke Street, Denny. Works include full roof replacement, external re-roughcasting, insulation upgrades, stone repairs, and internal preservation\u2014delivering a holistic upgrade for long-term durability and tenant comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n Emtec Property Services will carry out a 7-month, \u00a31.07m refurbishment of Cunninghame House in Irvine for <\/span>North Ayrshire Council<\/b>. The project targets the 4th Floor West and Ground Floor East, involving mechanical, electrical, decorative, and plumbing installations to modernize the civic facility ahead of its continued administrative use. <\/span>Magenta Living <\/b>strengthens fire safety compliance across Cheshire by<\/span> awarding a \u00a3931k contract to Savills (UK) for fire risk assessment and consultancy services, spanning Wirral, Cheshire West, Cheshire East, and Halton. Procured via a direct award through the Procurement Hub Framework, the 12-month contract covers comprehensive fire risk assessments and associated consultancy support\u2014aimed at ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing resident safety across the organisation\u2019s housing stock.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Contract Awards: 09\/04\/2025 Explore the latest UK social housing contract awards, featuring investments across adaptations, void refurbishments, new builds, and decarbonisation. See who won, where, and what\u2019s being delivered. The Hounslow London Borough has awarded a substantial \u00a314.4m contract over 24 months for its Housing Adaptation Service (HAS). 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