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Trafford Economic Strategy
The work
Development of Trafford Economic Strategy 2026-2036 with evidence base, strategic choices, and delivery framework
- Two-part approach: Economic Diagnostic and Strategic Choices phase, followed by Economic Strategy and Delivery Framework
- Consideration of specific sectors: manufacturing, green economy, visitor economy, construction, financial services
- Spatial analysis of key locations: Trafford Park, Old Trafford, Trafford City, etc.
- Stakeholder engagement with Trafford Council and partners
Key facts
- Estimated value
- £100,000
- Contract period
- 14 December 2026 to 31 March 2028
- Evaluation
- To be confirmed after Expression of Interest
- Published
- 23 Sep 2026
What it takes to qualify
Worth a closer look
- The commission should have regard to the emerging Trafford Partnership Borough Plan and seek alignment where appropriate.
- Consultants should identify where strategic direction is clear and where it needs to be developed, and where external factors may limit or create opportunities.
- The commission should identify barriers that may prevent residents, communities and local businesses from benefiting from economic growth and recommend how these barriers could be addressed.
Experience
- At least 1 similar work — Economic strategy development for similar regions
- Economic strategy development
- Economic diagnostic and analysis
- Stakeholder engagement for economic planning
Policy conditions
- Reserved for: other
Documents to submit
- Expression of InterestInitial proposal of no more than 2000 words