Tenancy Deposit Protection Schemes

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        "description": "To request a copy of the Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) document and access the data room document, please email the below address ensuring to insert \"CPD4126218 - Tenancy Deposit Protection Schemes\" into the subject header of the email.\ncommercialtenders@communities.gov.uk\nMHCLG kindly request your responses to the questions set out in section 8 of the PME document by no later than 5pm on 13th April 2026.\nThe Department shall also be hosting 1-2-1 online engagement sessions with MHCLG officials in w/c 16th March, Wednesday and Thursday at 10am - 11am, 12noon - 1pm and 3pm - 4pm on each of these days. Also in w/c 23rd March Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 10am-11am, 12noon-1pm and 3pm-4pm on each of these days. If you wish to attend a session, please send your 1st, 2nd and 3rd preferences for a date and time via email to CommercialTenders@communities.gov.uk no later than 5 working days before the proposed date. Due to capacity constraints, 1-2-1 slots are limited and will be offered on a first come first serve basis.\nIf there are any changes to the deadlines, MHCLG shall endeavour to update the notice and also inform those who have requested the document and/or participation in a 1-2-1 session.",
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    "description": "The primary objective of this procurement is to ensure the continued service provision of a Tenancy Deposit Protection (TDP) scheme or schemes from April 2028 that meet legislative requirements as set out above. \nThe Government\u0027s policy objectives for the TDP system are that:\n\u2022\tDeposits are fully protected so tenants are assured that their money is safe, and landlords are confident that they are abiding by the law.     \n\u2022\tDecisions on return of deposits are as quick as possible without compromising on the quality of adjudication and users\u0027 trust in the process. \n\u2022\tTenants who fund the TDP system benefit from its profits.  \n\u2022\tImplementing a streamlined TDP system that is easy to use for all, meaning the sector is encouraged to use the system, and users are aware of and confident in their rights and obligations.  \n\u2022\tThe system maximises VfM for taxpayers and minimises the risk of Government underwriting financial losses of suppliers. \nThe Authority also aims to maintain and improve the service available to landlords and agents, and to improve the overall tenant experience with deposits in the Private Rented Sector (PRS) with an emphasis on continuous improvement.\nFollowing previous engagement with the market and sector stakeholders, the Government is minded to simplify the existing TDP system and secure greater value for money. Subject to the necessary legislative and commercial processes, this would involve the following reforms:\n\u2022\tCustodial model only\n\u2022\tDelivery by a single supplier \n\u2022\tProfit-sharing with MHCLG \nFurther details on the proposed requirements and scope will be included in the Pre-Market Engagement (PME) document available via email request (commercialtenders@communities.gov.uk). The Department will also be providing access to a data room document which includes supplementary information alongside the PME document. Please request access via the email address above and you will be provided with a link and/or email with instructions on how to access.",
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