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title: "The Appointment of an External Market Operator"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-4a036682-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b"
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# The Appointment of an External Market Operator

Buyer: ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-4a036682-adca-11e6-9901-0019b9f3037b

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## Summary

The procurement process pertains to the appointment of an External Market Operator by Rochdale Metropolitan Borough Council. This tender, valued at £700,000 and classified under facilities management services, focuses on the operational and management aspects of Rochdale Market. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, with the tender period having closed on 11 November 2016. The contract period is scheduled to start on 23 December 2016 and run until 22 December 2026. Situated in the North West region of the UK, this initiative aims to actively involve businesses with experience in market management and regeneration.

This tender offers significant opportunities for growth, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a proven track record in town centre regeneration or facilities management. Businesses that can demonstrate innovative approaches and solid operational capabilities will be particularly well-suited to compete. With its focus on enhancing the market experience in Rochdale, firms specialising in commercial management, urban development, or services that enhance public spaces may find this contract aligns well with their operational strengths.

## Notice

Rochdale Council invites tenders from individuals or organisations interested in the implementation, operation and management of Rochdale Market. Whilst experience of market management and operation is anticipated, the Council will consider proposals from individuals or organisations with other complementary experience. Experience should demonstrate initiative and new ways of thinking, together with a successful track record in commercial and town centre regeneration activities.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e2be58-9f5a-4a28-aa4b-b52e96c23e33 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 18 May 2018 |
| Submission deadline | 11 Nov 2016 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 2 Feb 2017 |
| Contract period | 23 Dec 2017 - 22 Dec 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £700,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £700,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROCHDALE METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | STRETFORD |
| Post town | Manchester |
| Postcode | M32 0TH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD34 Greater Manchester South West |
| Local authority | Trafford |
| Electoral ward | Gorse Hill & Cornbrook |
| Westminster constituency | Stretford and Urmston |
| Delivery location | TLD North West (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | QUARTERBRIDGE PROJECT MANAGEMENT |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79993100 - Facilities management services

## Release History

- 18 May 2018 at 10:03 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e2be58-9f5a-4a28-aa4b-b52e96c23e33
- 18 Nov 2016 at 20:16 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e2be58-9f5a-4a28-aa4b-b52e96c23e33

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/10e2be58-9f5a-4a28-aa4b-b52e96c23e33
  10th October 2016 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=2977bcaf-dc8e-e611-8114-000c29c9ba21
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.rochdale.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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