Local firms needed to build 112 council houses in Welshpool area

Powys County Council is building 112 council houses in Welshpool and the surrounding area, and wants local companies to take a large slice of the multi-million-pound pie.

A Meet the Buyer event will take place at Welshpool Integrated Family Centre on Thursday, 13 March, between 10am and 4pm when the council’s housing development programme will be shared.

Plans include:

• 16 bungalows in Welshpool
• A 38-unit development consisting of houses, walk-up flats and bungalows in Churchstoke
• A 24-unit development consisting of houses, walk-up flats and bungalows in Llandrinio
• An 18-unit development consisting of houses, walk-up flats and bungalows in Llanrhaeadr Ym Mochnant
• A 16-unit development consisting of houses, walk-up flats and bungalows in Llanfyllin

Cllr Matthew Dorrance, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for a Fairer Powys, said: “We’re calling on construction contractors to help us build the next generation of council homes.

“This is a fantastic opportunity for building contractors to engage directly with us as we work to tackle the housing emergency in Powys.

“We are committed to building high-quality council homes across the county. This event will provide opportunities to learn about our plans to build a stronger, fairer, greener future for Powys.”

Contractors will be able to speak directly with staff from the Housing Development Team and the Commercial Services Team to gain an understanding of the future schemes and procurement plans.

The schemes will be subject to separate tender exercises and the council is not seeking to source a single contractor for all schemes.

To find out more or to book a slot at the event, email affordable.housing@powys.gov.uk confirming your preference for either a morning or afternoon slot. The deadline for registrations is Thursday, March 6.