Rawtenstall Market Operator

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  "date": "2025-09-04T13:29:21+01:00",
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    "description": "Rossendale Borough Council is excited to offer the unique opportunity to lease and operate Rawtenstall Market. Rawtenstall  Market is already a vibrant and popular tourist and leisure destination in the heart of Rossendale. Utilising Levelling Up and matched funding from Rossendale Borough Council, the building and surrounding public realm are to undergo extensive refurbishment and remodelling works, making the historic building fit for purpose, long into the future, extending its appeal beyond traditional market hours.\nEstablished in 1906, Rawtenstall Market stands as a testament to the town\u0027s enduring heritage and community cohesion.\nThis historic marketplace serves as a vital hub, fostering local commerce and connectivity. By day, it\u0027s perfect for those exploring Rossendale\u0027s fantastic outdoor scenery and by night, it offers unique experiences. Rawtenstall Market is a cornerstone of the towns cultural and economic fabric, bringing together a diverse array of local vendors, artisans, producers and retailers; and provides an engaging experience for all visitors seeking a taste of the town.\nOpened in 1906, Rawtenstall Market sits at the heart of Rawtenstall town centre - perfectly positioned as the gateway to the South Pennines, Greater Manchester, West Yorkshire and Lancashire, offering access to some of the most attractive areas and compelling landscapes the UK has to offer. The town boasts an impressive 96% occupancy rate, significantly outperforming the national average and demonstrating strong commercial confidence.\nRawtenstall Market is undergoing an exciting transformation with completion expected in 2026. The Council is now seeking a dynamic new partner to unlock the market\u0027s full potential. This refurbished market is central to Rossendale\u0027s ambitious regeneration strategy, creating a thriving sustainable destination that celebrates both community and commerce.\nBuilding on the successful investment in Haslingden Market and with exciting plans for Bacup Market, this presents a unique opportunity for an innovative operator to develop a unified, market-leading approach across all three venues. The transformation will create a vibrant retail and food destination that captures the area\u0027s heritage while embracing modern visitor expectations.\nThe refurbishment plans include new fabric improvements, new heating and ventilation systems, layout remodelling and cosmetic improvements. Works are due to complete in late summer 2026 with the market opening soon afterwards.\nWider Development Context - Rawtenstall and Rossendale\nThe market is already a popular destination with good occupancy rates and visitor numbers.\nOver 3 million people live within 20 miles of Rawtenstall further demonstrating the vitality of the area as a semi-rural tourist destination. Across Rawtenstall and beyond, a major programme of regeneration is underway to create thriving, vibrant town centres that serve local communities and attract new visitors.\nIn Rawtenstall, the town centre is being transformed. Major investment is being made in the Rawtenstall Gyratory to improve traffic flow, pedestrian access, and connectivity.\nAlongside this, significant improvements to the public realm are creating an attractive, welcoming environment where businesses, markets, and events can flourish.\nThe redevelopment of Rawtenstall Market is therefore not a standalone initiative but a key part of a coordinated and ambitious strategy to transform Rossendale\u0027s economy, infrastructure, and visitor offer. The selected market operator will play a critical role in  delivering an excellent experience that supports these wider objectives, strengthens Rawtenstall\u0027s growing reputation, and contributes to the area\u0027s long-term success.\nEXISTING TRADERS AND MARKET STAFF\nRossendale Borough Council is making an additional investment to house the existing 20+ market traders into temporary market stalls on a town square within Rawtenstall.\nIt is hoped that this will assist with ensuring traders remain active and vibrant, with a view to bringing them back into the refurbished  market. Rossendale Borough Council envisages the existing traders having the opportunity to return to the new market, subject to meeting the operator\u0027s financial and operational requirements.\nRossendale Borough Council would encourage the selected operator to engage proactively with the existing trader base. This is to ensure every opportunity is given for the existing traders to be part of the market moving forward.\nThere is currently a Market Manager employed on a fixed term contract to manage Rawtenstall Market.\nScope of the Opportunity\nThe Council invites tenders from qualified organisations to:\nEnter a 10+ year lease and management/operator agreement for Rawtenstall Market.\nAssume full responsibility for PPM, health and safety compliance, and market operations.\nLead community engagement and deliver local events.\nTake on financial and commercial liability, including rent collection and marketing.\nPotential to include Haslingden and Bacup Markets within the contracts, subject to detailed negotiations and approval.\nThe appointed operator will be expected to oversee and grow the market as a vibrant retail and community destination, while ensuring high standards of service, cleanliness, and safety are maintained.\nRawtenstall Market offers a unique opportunity for an operator with a passion for place making, independent retail, and community engagement to play a key role in the continued regeneration of the town centre.\nKey responsibilities will include:\nCurate and manage the market traders\nManagement of any required Alcohol Licences\nManagement of all lettings and trader relationships\nDelivery of a proactive PPM schedule and maintenance responsibilities\nAll health and safety requirements\nAll day to day operations including but not limited to cleaning / waste / recycling etc\nStrategic and operational development of the market offer\nMarketing and promotion of Rawtenstall Market as a valued local asset\nAttract additional market traders and develop an events/pop-up trader plan",
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          "description": "The Preferred Bidder will be selected on the basis of the Most Advantageous Tender, taking into account quality, vision, financial return, risk management, and community integration.\nAll tender submissions will be evaluated by a multi-disciplinary evaluation panel made up of Council officers and external advisors (as appropriate). The panel will assess both written submissions and interview presentations using the following weighted criteria:\nScoring Weighting:\nA. Vision and Community Value - 30%\nB. Operational Model, Commercial Offer \u0026 Lease Terms - 70%"
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