Neutral intermediary for community flood resilience engagement in NW England.
Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) seeks a neutral intermediary organization to support community flood resilience engagement across North West England. The service aims to increase community resilience to flooding and coastal change through engagement that informs, educates, and drives behavior change. The supplier will work with flood risk management authorities (RMAs) including 24 Lead Local Flood Authorities, 12 district councils, the Environment Agency, and United Utilities. Key requirements include maintaining neutrality, building trust between communities and RMAs, and navigating political sensitivities. The contract is funded by the North West Regional Flood and Coastal Committee, with a focus on diverse communities including deprived areas.