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29 Jul 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

Rochdale Borough Council has recently completed the procurement process for the refurbishment of the Meadowfield Community Centre, located in Rochdale, United Kingdom. This project falls under the 'works' category and is part of a sub-central government initiative. The procurement method was limited competition due to the project being below the threshold, and the contract was awarded to H. BELL & SONS (ROCHDALE) LIMITED. The award was concluded on 29th July 2026, with the contract start and end dates set from 3rd August 2026 to 26th October 2026. This stage of the procurement is classified as 'award' and 'contract', indicating the procurement process has progressed to executing the contractual obligations as planned.

This tender presents significant opportunities for construction businesses specialising in refurbishments, particularly small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in handling projects of scale similar to Meadowfield Community Centre. Participation in such tenders can lead to enhanced company portfolios, potential partnerships with government bodies, and experience in limited competition procurement opportunities. Businesses with a strong track record in refurbishment work, and who are capable of managing projects within the Rochdale region, would find this contract particularly beneficial for growth and market positioning.

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Notice Title

Meadowfield Community Centre

Notice Description

Rochdale Council are seeking a suitable contractor to carry out the refurbishment works on Meadowfield Community Centre. The building has been vacant for a number of years and requires refurbishment to allow for it to be used.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d6c7
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071821-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45453100 - Refurbishment work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£289,755 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
28 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 26 Oct 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ROCHDALE BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

H. BELL & SONS (ROCHDALE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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