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ESPH AB RDC Heart of Sidley Hub (ESPH646 JB) - AWARD

ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

Rother District Council has completed the procurement process for the construction of the ESPH AB RDC Heart of Sidley Hub, managed under the contract ID IT-234-37842-RDC - 037842. The project involves the demolition of an existing sports pavilion and the construction of a new Community Hub building for the Heart of Sidley Partnership. Located in East Sussex, South East England, the construction falls under the 'building construction work' category, classified under CPV code 45210000. This contract was awarded through a selective procurement method via a restricted procedure, with the award being published on 5th February 2026. The contract runs from 6th February 2025 to 31st March 2026, offering substantial project value amounting to £25,162,777 GBP.

This tender provides significant opportunity for growth within the building construction industry, with a particular focus on those capable of handling large-scale projects. The contract was awarded to BMR Construction Ltd, demonstrating the potential for companies with substantial expertise in design and construction. Businesses that are well-suited to compete include medium to large construction firms, especially those with a background in community infrastructure projects. The project supports small and medium enterprises, highlighting opportunities for companies that are able to meet the Council’s specifications and project needs effectively. The potential for collaboration with the public sector and participation in high-value contracts presents a prime opportunity for business development and expansion.

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Notice Title

ESPH AB RDC Heart of Sidley Hub (ESPH646 JB) - AWARD

Notice Description

Rother District Council ('the Council') are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced Contractor to complete the design and construction of a new Community Hub building for the Heart of Sidley Partnership. The works involve the demolition of the existing sports (football) pavilion located at Sidley recreation park off Canada Way. Full details are included in the document set.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f5907b4d-2e44-4671-a367-18ce1366b7f6
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06bed1d6-f67a-4846-86e6-b3fd44bedb14
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Restricted procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45210000 - Building construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£2,516,277 £1M-£10M
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Feb 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2024Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
31 Jul 20256 months ago
Contract Period
6 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
TN39 3JX
Post Town
Tonbridge
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Rother
Electoral Ward
Bexhill Central
Westminster Constituency
Bexhill and Battle

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BMR CONSTRUCTION

Further Information

Notice Documents

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