Royal Mills Commercial Estate - Property Management, Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) & Lease Consultancy Services
Manchester City CouncilEstimated Value
Up to £350,000
Deadline
11 September 2026
Published
3 September 2026
Type
Not specified
Overview
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.
Details
- Services
- Lot 1 - Property Management - £300,000 (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.
- Services
- Lot 2 - Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) - £60,000 (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.
- Services
- Lot 3 - Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) - £60,000 (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.
Lots (3)
- Lot 1Property Management - £300,000 (incl
- Lot 2Lettings (Real Estate Agency Services) - £60,000 (incl
- Lot 3Lease Consultancy (including Lease Renewals and Open Market Rent Reviews) - £60,000 (incl
Additional details
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 £420,000 (inclusive of VAT).
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. 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.
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Manchester City CouncilKey Dates
Published
3 September 2026
Submission deadline
11 September 2026
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