--- title: "Royal Mills Commercial Estate - Property Management, Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) & Lease Consultancy Services" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06d707" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d707" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d707.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d707.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2026-07-29" --- # Royal Mills Commercial Estate - Property Management, Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) & Lease Consultancy Services Buyer: MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06d707 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-06d707) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-06d707.json) ## Summary Manchester City Council is inviting tenders for the management and consultancy services of the Royal Mills Commercial Estate located in the UKD33 region of the United Kingdom. The procurement, currently in the Tender stage, encompasses three key services: Property Management, Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services), and Lease Consultancy, separated into distinct lots with a combined estimated value of £420,000 including VAT. The tender process is being conducted using a Competitive Flexible Procedure under the guidance of the Procurement Act 2023 and Procurement Regulations 2024. Interested suppliers should note the expression of interest deadline is set for 28 August 2026, while the enquiry period ends on 18 August 2026. The award of contracts is slated to conclude by 16 November 2026, and successful contracts will commence from 1 February 2027 through to at least 31 January 2030, with possible extensions up to 2032. This tender represents significant business opportunities across the real estate services sector, particularly for firms specialising in non-residential property management, real estate agency services, and leasing consultancy. Firms with a proven track record in these services will be competitive candidates, particularly those able to demonstrate economic resilience, technical expertise, and a commitment to social and environmental value as outlined in the award criteria. The contracts offer a platform for businesses to expand their service offerings by engaging with a significant public authority client. The selective procurement method ensures businesses that demonstrate superior quality and strategic value in their service delivery will be shortlisted for an Invitation to Tender (ITT), enhancing competitive advantage in a growing market. ## Notice Manchester City Council ('the Council') is looking to procure contracts for Royal Mills Commercial Estate. This requirement is split into 3no. Lots: (1) Property Management, (2) Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) and (3) Lease Consultancy. Royal Mills Commercial Estate comprising of Royal Mill, Paragon Mill, Old & New Sedgwick Mills, Fairbairn Building, Nuovo A & Nuovo B was purchased by Manchester City Council in 2017 as part of the wider Ancoats Estate acquisition from Homes England. In 2019, a further acquisition was made by the Council of the remaining commercial long leasehold within Old & New Sedgwick, namely the Courtyard aka the Business Centre. Lease structure: - Freehold: MCC - Headlease (999 years): RM Developments Ltd - Commercial Lease (998 years): MCC - Royal Mill Business Centre Lease (150 years): MCC - Numerous commercial sub-leases from 2-25 years The Estate is a mixed-use development of both refurbished former mill buildings and new build properties. The Services to be provided are in respect of the Commercial elements of the Properties only. The maximum estimated value of the Contract over its maximum possible term is PS420,000 (inclusive of VAT). The estimated split across the Lots are as follows: Lot 1 - Property Management - PS300,000 (incl. VAT) Lot 2 - Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) - PS60,000 (incl. VAT) Lot 3 - Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) - PS60,000 (incl. VAT) Suppliers should note that this is only an estimate to give Suppliers an idea of the potential scale of the opportunity. No guarantee is given as to the actual value of the contract. Lot 1 - Property Management It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 1 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract Lot 2 - Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 2 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract Lot 3 - Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 3 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract Please note: Applicants may be shortlisted across one, two or all Lots where they meet the necessary requirements. Where an Applicant is shortlisted across multiple Lots, they will be treated as an individual Applicant for each Lot in relation to the envisaged 4no. for each Lot. ### Lot Information Property Management Services Lot 1 - Property Management - PS300,000 (incl. VAT) It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 1 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract The Managing Agent will provide a comprehensive property and facilities management service across the portfolio, including maintaining property records, undertaking inspections, identifying issues and making recommendations to the Client. The Managing Agent will be expected to provide proactive operational, financial, compliance, tenant engagement and asset management services aimed at protecting and enhancing the value, performance and income generation of the properties. Options: The contract includes options. The Authority may exercise options to extend the contract term and/or implement modifications relating to the scope, volume, locations or operational requirements of the services, goods or works, as specified in the procurement and contract documents. Renewal: One extension period of twenty-four (24) months. Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) Services Lot 2 - Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) - PS60,000 (incl. VAT) It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 2 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract The Property Agent will provide a full commercial agency service for the disposal and letting of units within the properties, with the objective of maximising occupancy, rental income and asset performance. The Property Agent will be expected to deliver a proactive commercial agency service that drives occupancy, secures optimum leasing outcomes and supports the long-term performance and value of the properties. Options: The contract includes options. The Authority may exercise options to extend the contract term and/or implement modifications relating to the scope, volume, locations or operational requirements of the services, goods or works, as specified in the procurement and contract documents. Renewal: One extension period of twenty-four (24) months. Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) Services Lot 3 - Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) - PS60,000 (incl. VAT) It is envisaged that the four (4) highest scoring Applicants for Lot 3 will be shortlisted to be taken through to the ITT Stage It is envisaged that one (1) supplier will be appointed to this Lot following completion of the ITT Stage and ultimate award of the Contract The Property Agent will provide a comprehensive lease advisory service across the property portfolio, including the management of lease renewals, open market rent reviews and break options. The Property Agent will be expected to deliver a proactive lease advisory service that optimises income, protects asset value and secures the best commercial outcomes for the Client. Options: The contract includes options. The Authority may exercise options to extend the contract term and/or implement modifications relating to the scope, volume, locations or operational requirements of the services, goods or works, as specified in the procurement and contract documents. Renewal: One extension period of twenty-four (24) months. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071923-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Selective | | Procurement method details | Competitive flexible procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 29 Jul 2026 | | Submission deadline | 18 Aug 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 1 Feb 2027 - 31 Jan 2030 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £350,000 | | Lots value | £350,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | MANCHESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | MANCHESTER | | Post town | Manchester | | Postcode | M60 2LA | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) | | ITL 2 | TLD3 Greater Manchester | | ITL 3 | TLD33 Manchester | | Local authority | Manchester | | Electoral ward | Piccadilly | | Westminster constituency | Manchester Central | | Delivery location | TLD3 Greater Manchester | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 70 - Real estate services ### Codes - 70000000 - Real estate services - 70220000 - Non-residential property renting or leasing services - 70332000 - Non-residential property services ## Release History - 29 Jul 2026 at 16:52 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071923-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071923-2026 29th July 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - https://procontract.due-north.com/Procurer/Advert/View?advertId=142eadbc-098a-f111-813c-005056b64545&fromAdvertEvent=True - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.manchester.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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