Dundee City Council considers £1.14M tender to survey all social housing
What happened
Dundee City Council is considering a tender from Hardies Chartered Surveyors to survey 100% of its 12,645 social housing properties. The proposed contract is valued at £1,141,410.00 for two years. The survey will provide updated Scottish Housing Quality Standards and Energy Performance Certificate data.
Why it matters
The data gathered is intended to help Dundee City Council plan future investment and target improvements in housing stock. The council's decision on the tender is scheduled for the Neighbourhood, Housing and Communities Committee on October 26, 2026.
Who's involved
- Dundee City CouncilThe council initiating the survey of its housing stock.
- Lynne ShortCouncil depute convener who supports the survey for informed decision-making.
- Public Contracts ScotlandThe national platform used by the council for official tender processes.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Dundee City CouncilSpeculative
Dundee City Council might face increased operational costs due to awarding the £1.14 million housing stock survey contract.
- Public Contracts ScotlandSpeculative
Public Contracts Scotland could see increased platform usage and revenue from the high-value tender.