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title: "ESPH AB RDC Heart of Sidley Hub (ESPH646 JB) - AWARD"
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# ESPH AB RDC Heart of Sidley Hub (ESPH646 JB) - AWARD

Buyer: ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f5907b4d-2e44-4671-a367-18ce1366b7f6

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## Summary

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.

## Notice

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.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06bed1d6-f67a-4846-86e6-b3fd44bedb14 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Feb 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 10 Jul 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Contract period | 6 Feb 2025 - 31 Mar 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £2,516,277 |
| 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 | ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN39 3JX |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Rother |
| Electoral ward | Bexhill Central |
| Westminster constituency | Bexhill and Battle |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BMR CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45210000 - Building construction work

## Release History

- 5 Feb 2026 at 17:00 - AwardUpdate - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06bed1d6-f67a-4846-86e6-b3fd44bedb14
- 5 Feb 2026 at 16:58 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06bed1d6-f67a-4846-86e6-b3fd44bedb14

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/06bed1d6-f67a-4846-86e6-b3fd44bedb14
  5th February 2026 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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