This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

28 Jul 2026 at 13:08

Planning

19 May 2026 at 16:18

Summary of the contracting process

The Rochdale Borough Council is actively seeking tenders for their Empty Homes and Leasing Programme Services Framework, with the process currently in the tender stage. This initiative aims to rejuvenate properties that have been unoccupied for at least six months, transforming them into homes for families residing in or at risk of moving to temporary accommodation. The procurement involves services within the residential property renting or leasing industry, specifically located in Rochdale. This open procedure tender process is part of a light-touch contract designed to appoint a maximum of three suppliers on a framework worth £3,500,000. Key dates for this tender include an enquiry period ending on 11 August 2026, a bid submission deadline on 18 August 2026, and award decisions anticipated by 28 August 2026. Successful contracts will commence on 8 September 2026 and last through to 7 September 2030.

This tender represents a significant business opportunity for those in the property management and residential leasing sectors, particularly for entities skilled in refurbishing and managing properties. By participating in this procurement, businesses can benefit from collaboration in a framework agreement, potentially securing steady work over a four-year period. The opportunity is well-suited for companies with experience in housing management, safeguarding vulnerable communities, and maintaining high property standards. Suppliers that excel in these domains and are capable of delivering quality service while maintaining financial sustainability are encouraged to engage with the e-tendering system to submit their proposals.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Empty Homes and Leasing Programme Services Framework

Notice Description

The GMCA Council Empty Homes and Leasing Programme (Council EHLP) aims to bring in to use properties that have been empty for 6 months or more. The properties will be used to rehouse families who are currently living in Temporary Accommodation (TA) or at risk of moving into TA. Rochdale Council has received a grant funding offer to deliver a minimum of 32 homes for the Council EHLP. The funding will be used to bring empty homes back into use via a repair and leasing approach that incentivises property owners to allow their properties to be used to rehouse families currently residing in or are at risk of residing in Temporary Accommodation. The properties will provide an additional TA portfolio for council use, with a secondary aim of helping to improve the quality and affordability of the locally available TA offer. All properties need to be located in the borough of Rochdale.

Planning Information

Please submit documents via https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=db51fd95-9953-f111-813c-005056b64545&p=e0cc5631-4690-e511-80fb-000c29c9ba21 Opportunity ID: DN816653

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069c48
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071249-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

70 - Real estate services


CPV Codes

70210000 - Residential property renting or leasing services

70330000 - Property management services of real estate on a fee or contract basis

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£3,500,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
28 Jul 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20266 days to go
Future Notice Date
2 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
7 Sep 2026 - 7 Sep 2030 4-5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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
Not specified

Local Authority
Rochdale
Electoral Ward
Central Rochdale
Westminster Constituency
Rochdale

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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