The appointment a regeneration partner for Castleford that has the capacity, and a commercial skill set complement the existing Regeneration Team. The appointed partner will work with the Council, with the support of public sector regeneration partners such as Homes England and the West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). The partner will also have the ability to utilise their commercial expertise to identify and influence the development and delivery of the long-term growth and regeneration opportunities that Castleford has to offer. Wakefield Council is seeking to appoint a Strategic Regeneration Partner (SRP) to support the delivery of a transformational long-term, 10-15 year place-based housing and economic growth regeneration programme for Castleford. The SRP will have commercial expertise, capacity, a track record of delivery, and innovation to help realise the Council's vision of transforming Castleford into a vibrant, sustainable, and distinctive riverside market town. The Strategic Regeneration Partner will • Deliver a commercially viable, long-term housing and economic growth regeneration and investment strategy that unlocks Castleford's full potential. • Accelerate housing and economic growth across the Strategic Regeneration Area (SRA), leveraging strategic land assets. • Enhance connectivity, infrastructure, and public realm to create inclusive, resilient, and sustainable communities. • Revitalise Castleford's town centre through dynamic commercial development and integration of cultural and heritage assets. • Attract and secure public and private investment to support the delivery of transformational regeneration.

This contract will be for a development partner for Castleford, to guide and coordinate regeneration across the town. It will: • Align existing and future initiatives (e.g. Towns Fund, Pride in Places Programme) under a unified strategic vision. • Coordinate public and private sector efforts to unlock housing, employment, and placemaking opportunities. • Support town centre revitalisation, including public realm improvements and a new riverside park. • Enhance connectivity and infrastructure to attract investment and support business growth. • Celebrate Castleford's heritage and culture through placemaking and tourism initiatives. • Ensure regeneration is holistic, future-focused, and economically sustainable, positioning Castleford as a vibrant riverside market town within West Yorkshire. Following the successful conclusion of the Pre-Development Agreement, it is Wakefield Council's intention to award the main Development Agreement which is subject to approval.