Scope
Reference
CPU00577
Description
Dacorum Borough Council is inviting tenders for the appointment of a Partnering Advisor to support the mobilisation and ongoing management of its new integrated Repairs, Maintenance, and Capital Delivery Contract. This contract, commencing on 1st July 2026 for an initial five-year term (with the option to extend for a further five years), will cover approximately 10,000 housing assets and 2,500 leasehold properties. The Partnering Advisor will play a pivotal role in ensuring successful contract mobilisation, fostering collaborative relationships across contractors, and driving continuous improvement in service delivery. The Council seeks a proactive partner to work closely with its Contract Managers and stakeholders, supporting performance oversight, compliance, and the achievement of efficiency savings for both the Council and its contractors.
Contract 1. Partnering Advisor for Repairs and Maintenance Contracts
Supplier
Contract value
- £300,000 excluding VAT
- £360,000 including VAT
Above the relevant threshold
Award decision date
9 January 2026
Date assessment summaries were sent to tenderers
14 January 2026
Standstill period
- End: 23 January 2026
- 8 working days
Earliest date the contract will be signed
27 January 2026
Contract dates (estimated)
- 28 January 2026 to 30 June 2031
- Possible extension to 30 June 2036
- 10 years, 5 months, 4 days
Description of possible extension:
This extension of the contract will be dependant on ongoing requirements and performance of the consultant.
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 70332200 - Commercial property management services
- 79400000 - Business and management consultancy and related services
- 79411000 - General management consultancy services
- 79418000 - Procurement consultancy services
Information about tenders
- 8 tenders received
- 8 tenders assessed in the final stage:
- 6 submitted by small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- 0 submitted by voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
- 1 supplier awarded contracts
- 7 suppliers unsuccessful (details included for contracts over £5 million)
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
Echelon Consultancy Limited
- Companies House: 05345282
219a Hatfield Road
St. Albans
AL1 4TB
United Kingdom
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Small or medium-sized enterprise (SME): Yes
Voluntary, community or social enterprise (VCSE): No
Supported employment provider: No
Public service mutual: No
Contract 1. Partnering Advisor for Repairs and Maintenance Contracts
Contracting authority
Dacorum Borough Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PGGG-5373-XYZX
The Forum, Marlowes
Hemel Hempstead
HP1 1DN
United Kingdom
Email: Andrew.Linden@dacorum.gov.uk
Website: http://www.dacorum.gov.uk
Region: UKH23 - Hertfordshire
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government