Contract Awards: 21/03/2025
UK social housing contracts: major awards for repairs, maintenance, new housing developments, waste services, and compliance.
Extending partnerships with impact, a significant £25m deed of variation has been signed to extend a key Repairs and Maintenance contract by 12 months. This move enables Cross Keys Homes to maintain seamless housing services while finalizing a new procurement process. The extension, delivered by Mears, boosts the value of the existing contract to ensure uninterrupted service for thousands of residents across multiple regions. Transforming homes through modernisation, a new £639k contract by Kirklees Council will see domestic properties upgraded with energy-efficient UPVC Windows, courtesy of Kingfisher UPVC Windows. Awarded via a dynamic purchasing system under Lot 22, the project focuses on improving living standards for residents by enhancing thermal efficiency and modernizing council homes through focused interventions.
Crafting new communities with purpose, a major £8m housing development will soon rise by Yorkshire Housing Limited, as Jack Lunn leads the design, construction, and handover of 37 high-quality homes. The scheme, operating under a dynamic purchasing system, brings fresh housing stock to life with a focus on modern infrastructure, landscaping, and community integration. Reimagining urban spaces through redevelopment, Brighton & Hove City Council’s ambitious £3.19m redevelopment project will transform Hollingbury Library into a 9-unit residential complex. Spearheaded by Trinity Homes UK, this project will blend innovative design with much-needed affordable housing, supporting the local authority’s housing delivery goals over a 24-month period.
Powering safety and comfort for tenants, a robust Gas Maintenance program by Calvay Housing Association Ltd. is being rolled out under a £123k contract awarded to City Technical Services UK. Covering 861 homes and key office sites, this initiative delivers critical annual inspections, servicing, and responsive maintenance to safeguard tenants, maintain compliance, and ensure efficient heating systems in line with statutory repair obligations. Driving circular economy principles in waste management, Beyond Housing Ltd has initiated a sustainable waste strategy worth £3.35m, tasking Yorwaste, P A Moody Recycling, and J&B Recycling with managing commercial and industrial waste in 3 geographical lots covering housing properties in Redcar, Scarborough and Whitby streams over 24 months. This project is designed to minimize landfill use, prioritize recycling, and meet stringent environmental regulations while supporting the authority’s commitment to eco-conscious operations.
Strengthening water safety with precision, Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council’s dedicated water treatment contract, valued at £360k, has been secured by Churchill Services to deliver Legionella control across communal housing and corporate properties. This 36-month agreement ensures ongoing compliance with water hygiene standards under a regional framework while protecting public health. Fast-tracking urgent roofing repairs, a swift £159k interim contract has been awarded to Axis Europe by mhs homes group to address critical roof replacements across 13 properties. The short-term engagement ensures immediate asset protection while a long-term roofing solution is procured. Furnishing homes to enrich living standards, Hillcrest Homes has secured The Furnishing Service worth £470k to support temporary and supported accommodations across Scotland. This contract enhances living conditions for vulnerable tenants and aligns with broader social care strategies. Delivering quality access solutions, a new framework from Swansea City and County will supply front and back composite doors under a 24-month agreement, awarded to Sovereign Group, Solar Windows, and IG Doors. Designed to meet urgent and planned needs, the framework ensures timely delivery for both emergency and routine housing upgrades, supporting high service levels across Swansea’s housing stock.