We are seeking proposals from qualified and experienced service providers to undertake a key piece of work for our region, the Southland Murihiku Housing Needs Assessment and Strategy 2023-2050.

The Southland Murihiku Housing Needs Assessment and Strategy 2023-2050 will provide a co-ordinated regional approach to the issue of housing. This strategy will be informed with data and insights, leading to clear identification of priority actions and KPIs. It will require a partnership approach and multiple stakeholder involvement. The goal is to not only achieve a regional perspective but also ensure there is understanding at a localised level and by particular localities. This will ensure there is alignment with spatial planning processes currently underway with our Councils as well as other specific requirements of key stakeholders. The desired outcome is a strategy document providing a co-ordinated regional approach to the issue of housing. We believe that there are two stages required to achieve this and we invite proposals outlining an approach to undertake both.

Stage 1: Data and Insights Review and Analysis of Housing Demand and Supply

Stage 2: Development of Strategy

It is our desire that there is continuity across both stages, particularly as Stage 1 will inform Stage 2. However, we acknowledge different skills and expertise is required. Therefore, we invite proposals from suitably qualified and experienced service providers and/or consortiums of providers.