Planning

Bowlee Artificial Pitches and Sports Hub

ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Planning

15 May 2026 at 16:19

UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Rochdale Borough Council is in the planning stage for a procurement process entitled "Bowlee Artificial Pitches and Sports Hub," which involves construction work. This public authority, part of the sub-central government in the United Kingdom, is planning a significant development project located in the UKD3 region. The expected contract period for this works project extends from 3rd May 2027 to 30th November 2028. According to the planned timeline, potential bidders can expect the future notice to be published by 1st January 2027. The procurement is classified under the CPV code 45000000, indicating its focus on construction work. Interested parties should ensure suitability, particularly for SMEs, as this tender values their participation.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses within the construction industry, particularly those with experience in sports facility development and management. Firms that are well-versed in innovative construction techniques and those that can demonstrate value for money will find this an attractive prospect. It is particularly well-suited for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) due to the explicit suitability indication. By engaging in this tender, businesses can expand their project portfolio, enhance their sector expertise, and potentially secure long-term contracts with public authorities. The involvement in such a project can solidify a company's reputation within the public sector and leverage the growth through industry networking and demonstrated capabilities.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Bowlee Artificial Pitches and Sports Hub

Notice Description

Bowlee Artificial Pitches and Sports Hub construction work.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069a77
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045115-2026
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK1 - Pipeline Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
1 Jan 20278 months to go
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 May 2027 - 30 Nov 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planned
Lots Status
Planned
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ROCHDALE
Postcode
OL16 1XU
Post Town
Oldham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD37 Greater Manchester North East
Delivery Location
TLD3 Greater Manchester
Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
Central Rochdale
Westminster Constituency
Rochdale

Further Information

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