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
Date signed
28 January 2026
Contract dates
- 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
Key performance indicators
| Name | Description | Reporting frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Client Satisfaction | Client completes a satisfaction form, scoring each item 1–5 Target - Satisfactory survey – 95% |
1 months |
| Reporting | Presenting reports at requested time Target - 5 days |
1 months |
| Predictability of Cost | Actual cost of completed projects vs estimated cost of project. Target - 90% (aggregate of all projects) |
1 months |
| Response Time | Time taken to respond to Council requests for advice, support, or attendance at meetings. Acknowledged within 1 working day and substantively responded to within 3 working days. For urgent requests/... |
1 months |
Other information
Conflicts assessment prepared/revised
Yes
Procedure
Procedure type
Open procedure
Supplier
Echelon Consultancy
- Companies House: 05345282
Echelon House, 219a Hatfield Road
St Albans, Hertfordshire
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