Tender

Framework Agreement for in House Support Services

ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

23 Jan 2026 at 14:46

Summary of the contracting process

Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking suppliers for a "Framework Agreement for in House Support Services" under an open procedure procurement method. The tender, aimed at the works category, involves providing services in areas like Small Plant and Equipment and Vehicles and Plant within England, UK. This process is at the tender stage, with relevant details published on 23rd January 2026 and a submission deadline of 23rd February 2026. The contract, which begins on 1st April 2026 and continues until 31st March 2030, seeks to resolve previous procurement challenges due to insufficient compliant submissions.

This tender presents growth opportunities for businesses in industrial machinery, construction, and civil engineering machinery. It is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs given Rochdale Council's commitment to inclusivity in procurement processes. Companies specialising in equipment hire, maintenance services, or those capable of providing necessary plant and machinery support within the specified region would benefit from engaging with this contract. The open procedure allows a wide range of suppliers to bid, making it ideal for businesses looking to expand their foothold in public sector projects.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for in House Support Services

Notice Description

Rochdale Council is seeking to appoint qualified suppliers to deliver in house support services in the following areas... Small Plant and Equipment Vehicles and Plant - Both Driven and Non Driven Static Cabins, Site Fencing and Trench Support This requirement was previously tendered, however due to an insufficient number of compliant submissions, the council to re-approaching the market.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a913e01d-eb39-4c1a-addc-a1538b36ea9b
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a1c57297-7a44-4b8b-a5ad-10d712cfb6c7
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

50 - Repair and maintenance services


CPV Codes

42000000 - Industrial machinery

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

50000000 - Repair and maintenance services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,316,920 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
23 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Sarah Keating
Contact Email
sarah.keating@star-procurement.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1619121616

Buyer Location

Locality
SALE
Postcode
M33 7ZF
Post Town
Manchester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD34 Greater Manchester South West
Delivery Location
TLC North East (England), TLD North West (England), TLF East Midlands (England), TLG West Midlands (England), TLH East (England), TLJ South East (England), TLK South West (England)

Local Authority
Trafford
Electoral Ward
Sale Central
Westminster Constituency
Wythenshawe and Sale East

Further Information

Notice Documents

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