SHDF Wave 3 – Update

As local authorities and housing associations prepare to respond to the latest funding rounds under the Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund (SHDF), the need for specialised support in navigating the complexities of bid submissions has never been more critical. Correct Contract Service (CCS) offers comprehensive assistance tailored to help clients effectively tackle their SHDF Wave 3 bid.

Our expertise ranges from retrofit assessments to project delivery and evaluation, ensuring that your bid is not just competitive but also strategically viable for long-term sustainability.

What do we know about SHDF Wave 3 so far?

£1.2 billion designated for landlord funding
Introduction of a strategic partnership route for established organisations
Optional subsidy for the installation of Green Heat Systems
Added flexibility for smaller providers.
Active from 2025 to 2028.
40% of the grant funding must be utilised in Year 1.

The SHDF Wave 3 program provides two key pathways for applicants seeking funding:

Challenge Fund: Applicants using this route must generally submit proposals that encompass at least 100 eligible social housing properties with Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) ratings between D and G. However, small social housing landlords may have different eligibility criteria.
Strategic Partnerships: This route is available for a select group of organisations with a demonstrated history of effectively delivering projects at scale. These entities can apply for funding through a Strategic Partnership, benefiting from a collaborative approach to meet housing needs.

How can we support your bid for funding?

Preliminary Surveys & Assessments to enable factual data collection
Data Modelling
Specialist Bid Writers
Procurement via Frameworks
Demonstrated success in assisting clients through LAD 1, SHDF 1, and SHDF 2 initiatives.

How can we support you with delivery?

CCS boasts extensive experience in delivering SHDF schemes, successfully completing over 1,500 comprehensive whole-house projects nationwide for prominent social landlords, including Stonewater, Sanctuary, and St Albans District Council, among others. Our track record of success is anchored by our dedicated in-house team of PAS2030/25 specialists, which enables us to offer a seamless turnkey solution from start to finish.

Our unique capability to support clients from funding through to delivery with a dedicated, directly employed team distinctly sets CCS apart from its competitors. To date, we have consistently met key milestones and successfully delivered every contract on time, underscoring our commitment to excellence and reliability in every project we undertake.

What measures can we deliver?

Take a look at our Retrofit page for more information or contact us and we'll be happy to talk you through all of the options.

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