---
title: "Public Screenings of films and TV programs in Communal Setting"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6c"
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json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6c.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "ROCHDALE BOROUGHWIDE HOUSING LIMITED"
published: "2026-07-17"
---

# Public Screenings of films and TV programs in Communal Setting

Buyer: ROCHDALE BOROUGHWIDE HOUSING LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06cd6c

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## Summary

The procurement process involves Rochdale Boroughwide Housing Limited (RBH), a sub-central government public authority based in Rochdale, UK. The tender, titled "Public Screenings of films and TV programs in Communal Setting," falls under the services industry category and targets locations within the UK. This tender is in the award stage, with contracts having been completed on 17th July 2026. The process involved a direct procurement method due to the lack of market competition, as Motion Picture Licensing Company Limited is the sole supplier capable of providing the necessary licensing for broadcasting films and TV programmes in communal TV settings. Key deadlines include an upcoming contract signature date scheduled for 20th August 2026, covering a contract period from 1st September 2026 to 31st August 2035.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses engaged in telecommunications and licensing services, particularly those capable of providing specialised licences for digital media broadcasts in communal environments. Given that the Motion Picture Licensing Company Limited was the sole supplier, there is an indication of a niche market, potentially providing business growth opportunities for companies that can offer similar services. Companies within the telecommunications sector or those looking to expand their offerings in digital licensing services could benefit from exploring future opportunities in this area, especially given the significant contract value of £192,000. Businesses that are small to medium enterprises (SMEs) may find this sector particularly conducive to growth due to its specialised nature.

## Notice

Licence required, in addition to standard communal TV licence (within our Independent Living Schemes). In order to allow RBH to legally broadcast films and TV programmes that are being shown on the communal TV.

### Procurement Information

Competitive tender opportunity was unavailable as there was no market to tender. MPLC is the only supplier that provides these licenses.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067519-2026 |
| Notice type | UK5 - Transparency Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Direct award |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Jul 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2035 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £160,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | ROCHDALE BOROUGHWIDE HOUSING LIMITED |
| Locality | ROCHDALE |
| Post town | Oldham |
| Postcode | OL16 2UP |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester |
| ITL 3 | TLD37 Greater Manchester North East |
| Local authority | Rochdale |
| Electoral ward | Central Rochdale |
| Westminster constituency | Rochdale |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | MOTION PICTURE LICENSING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 64 - Postal and telecommunications services

### Codes

- 64200000 - Telecommunications services

## Release History

- 17 Jul 2026 at 08:33 - Award - UK5 - Transparency Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067519-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/067519-2026
  17th July 2026 - Transparency notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://uk.mplc.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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