Scope
Reference
CWC25159
Description
The City of Wolverhampton Council is exploring the introduction of an Additional Licensing Scheme for smaller Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) and a Selective Licensing Scheme for privately rented properties in designated areas. These schemes are part of the Council's strategic approach to improving housing standards, tenant safety, and landlord accountability across the city's growing private rented sector (PRS).
To ensure transparency, inclusivity, and legal compliance, the Council is committed to undertaking a comprehensive public consultation before any licensing scheme is introduced. This consultation must engage a wide range of stakeholders-including landlords, letting agents, tenants, residents, and community organisations-and gather meaningful feedback on the proposed scheme's scope, impact, and implementation.
The Council is therefore seeking to appoint an experienced external provider to design, manage, and deliver the public consultation process. The appointed organisation will be expected to:
• Develop a robust consultation strategy aligned with statutory requirements.
• Facilitate engagement through a range of accessible channels (e.g. online surveys, public meetings, stakeholder interviews).
• Analyse and report on consultation findings to inform decision-making.
• Ensure that the process is inclusive, impartial, and representative of Wolverhampton's diverse communities.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 5 December 2025 to 4 December 2026
- 1 year
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services
Contract locations
- UKG3 - West Midlands
Engagement
Engagement deadline
21 October 2025
Engagement process description
Pre market engagement published via the ProActis Portal, this can be found on the following link: www.wolverhamptontenders.com. Suppliers who would like to participate should review the Pre Market Consultation document found in the "Market Warming" section of the portal. Suppliers should then submit a selected slot for the meeting to take place.
Contracting authority
Wolverhampton City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PVBV-7568-LBLL
Civic Centre, St Peter's Square
Wolverhampton
WV1 1SH
United Kingdom
Region: UKG39 - Wolverhampton
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government