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CA16326 - RFQ2025/15 - Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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10 Oct 2025 at 10:42

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the "Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy" has been successfully completed by Newry, Mourne & Down District Council. This initiative was categorised under business development consultancy services (CPV: 79411100) and covered a contract period from 10th October 2025 to 9th October 2026. The open procurement method was used, with a tender deadline that ended on 9th October 2025. The Council, located in Newry, aimed to find a suitable consultant to craft a strategic plan spanning 2026-2030. The awarded contract, valued at £25,462.50, was granted to Lorraine McCourt Consulting.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for consultancy businesses specialising in community development and strategic planning. The open procedure allows various businesses, particularly SMEs, to participate, thereby fostering growth within smaller firms by aligning with public sector goals. Potential contractors with experience in business development and a robust understanding of community-focused strategic initiatives would find this a significant opportunity to expand their service offerings and establish their position within the public sector consultancy market. The flexibility concerning eligible locations, including the British Overseas Territories and beyond, further broadens the scope for business expansion and collaboration.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA16326 - RFQ2025/15 - Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne & Down District Council ("the Council") is seeking to appoint a consultant to produce a Community Development Strategy ("the Strategy") for the period 2026 to 2030. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16326. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16326 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa52131-d983-4344-bfcb-0f8a69f1289d
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£27,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,462 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Oct 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
9 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
9 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)
Contact Name
Adrian Doyle
Contact Email
support@multiquote.com
Contact Phone
0151 482 9230

Buyer Location

Locality
NEWRY
Postcode
BT35 8DJ
Post Town
Northern Ireland
Country
Northern Ireland
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLN Northern Ireland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLN0 Northern Ireland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Newry, Mourne and Down
Electoral Ward
Ballybot
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

LORRAINE MCCOURT CONSULTING

Further Information

Notice Documents

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