TRANSPORT INTERCHANGE

Client Transport for Greater Location Rochdale Project Value £7m Contractor Kier Architect AHR (previously known as Aedas)

Start Situated next to the and the town centre’s new July 2012 Metrolink stop, the new bus transport interchange is a modern, striking landmark for the town centre, replacing the existing bus Completion station and providing significantly improved passenger services November 2013 and facilities. Sector Collaborative engagement: Transport Facility • The mini-competition stage of this project saw 5 NWCH constructor partners collaborate to develop an optimum programme and delivery methodology for Form of contract the benefit of the client’s business case, prior to issue of the mini-competition document. NEC3 option A • Once on-site, to manage complex design issues on this Construct Only scheme ‘Last Planner’ workshops were used to great effect. These Delivery type constructor-led sessions were attended by key representatives across the Construct Only whole team; constructor, supply chain partners, consultants, client and designers, working together to mitigate anticipated risks and challenges. This cultivated a bonded and collaborative approach to a project with many stakeholders and interface issues, and ultimately effected a reduced programme and Capital spend. Innovation: • First in Europe reduced carbon public transport hub running with integrated hydro power using the River Roch to generate electricity. A hydroelectric turbine was installed next to the interchange site which converts energy from the river as it flows rapidly through a weir. This turbine produces up to 86,000kWh of electricity every year, which will help to reduce the interchange’s carbon footprint by over a quarter. Community Benefits • Through the combined commitment of the client and constructor, 3 new For more information please contact: trade apprenticeship opportunities were created by the project. Additionally, NWCH Management Team a Team Leader Apprentice was recruited directly by the contractor. After the Email: [email protected] project handover this apprentice was sustained by transferring to another Tel: 0161 219 6525 TfGM Interchange project in Wythenshawe ( area, GM) Web: http://nwconstructionhub.org • 80% of the subcontractors working on the scheme were from the GM area.

“Rochdale’s transformation is well and truly underway. The interchange is yet another top class development which will deliver facilities of the highest quality for residents and visitors alike. Its location, next door to the iconic Number One Riverside Library and council offices building and opposite the Metrolink terminus, is ideal and it will make coming to Rochdale town centre easier than ever”. Councillor Colin Lambert, Leader of Rochdale Borough Council (2013)