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Supplying to us

We believe the secret to the best partnerships is when everyone is working to the same goals. So, whether you’re a local tradesperson or a national firm, if you like to do good business and make a difference, get in touch.

We spend around £80 million a year with suppliers, everything from window fitters to people who sell us pens.

Building materials and energy
Repairs and day-to-day maintenance
Facilities and waste management
Office kit and professional services
Retrofit and green upgrades
IT, communications and tech

Contract value and what we need

We decide what’s needed depending on the size of the job.

If a job’s worth over £30,000 (including VAT), we’ll post it on our e-Tendering system. It’s free, fair, and anyone can use it.

If the job you’re going for hits thresholds in the Procurement Act 2023, you’ll need to sign up to the Central Digital Platform.

Up to £10,000
What we need:
- 1 quote
Where We Post It:
- No advert needed
£10,001 – £30,000
What we need:
- 3 quotes
Where we post it:
- No advert needed*
£30,001 – PA23 threshold
What we need:
- 3-6 quotes
Where we post it:
- e-Tendering system
Over PA23 threshold
What we need:
- Full tender process
Where we post it:
- e-Tendering system and Central Digital Platform

Social value

Give a bit back

If you’re bidding for work worth £50,000 or more, we’ll ask about your social value offer.

Social value includes things like:

Creating local jobs or apprenticeships
Cutting carbon or waste
Supporting schools or community projects

Need help? Check out Greater Manchester Combined Authority’s supplier guidance.

GMCA supplier guidance

How our procurement process works

Step 1
Planning
- Past spending is reviewed to make sure money is being used in the right way
- Teams across Wythenshawe Community Housing Group help us understand what we need to buy now and in the future
- Research and early conversations with suppliers help us plan ahead
Step 2
Tender time
- Jobs are advertised on our buying portal, so suppliers can apply
- All bids are scored fairly, using the same approach for everyone
- Customers are involved where possible, and we shortlist the best bids
- The aim is to get good value and high-quality services
Step 3
Contract award
- Feedback is given to all bidders so they know how they did
- Once the contract is agreed, the work gets started
Step 4
Getting started
- Contract performance is closely monitored throughout
- Updates are requested on social value and how things are progressing
- Regular checks help make sure residents are getting good value

Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4

Planning
- Past spending is reviewed to make sure money is being used in the right way
- Teams across Wythenshawe Community Housing Group help us understand what we need to buy now and in the future
- Research and early conversations with suppliers help us plan ahead
Tender time
- Jobs are advertised on our buying portal, so suppliers can apply
- All bids are scored fairly, using the same approach for everyone
- Customers are involved where possible, and we shortlist the best bids
- The aim is to get good value and high-quality services
Contract award
- Feedback is given to all bidders so they know how they did
- Once the contract is agreed, the work gets started
Getting started
- Contract performance is closely monitored throughout
- Updates are requested on social value and how things are progressing
- Regular checks help make sure residents are getting good value

From quick repairs to big retrofit jobs, our supply chain is as varied as the communities we serve. Here’s what you need to know to get started working with us.

Supplying to us

Building materials and energy

Repairs and day-to-day maintenance

Facilities and waste management

Office kit and professional services

Retrofit and green upgrades

IT, communications and tech

Contract value and what we need

Up to £10,000

£10,001 – £30,000

£30,001 – PA23 threshold

Over PA23 threshold

Give a bit back

How our procurement process works

Step 1

Planning

Step 2

Tender time

Step 3

Contract award

Step 4

Getting started

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Planning

Tender time

Contract award

Getting started

Helpful information

General ConditionsPDF (396 KB)

Purchase Order Terms and ConditionsMSWORD (76 KB)

Standard Services ContractMSWORD (363 KB)

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