Tender

CA17016 - Tender 08/2025 - Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down.

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

14 Jan 2026 at 14:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) has initiated a tender process for the appointment of a suitably experienced Cafè and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, located in Castlewellan, Co Down. This opportunity, titled "CA17016 - Tender 08/2025," falls under the industry category of canteen and catering services and is open for submissions until 6th February 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and will extend until 31st March 2029. The procurement is at the tender stage and follows an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding process.

This tender presents a lucrative growth opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises specialising in catering services. Businesses with experience in managing cafè operations and mobile vendor services are particularly well-suited to compete. The extensive contract period offers the potential for sustained business expansion and increased market presence within both the local and broader regions, including British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom. Engaging in this contract would allow businesses to establish a significant presence in a renowned tourist destination, enhancing both their portfolio and customer base.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17016 - Tender 08/2025 - Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down.

Notice Description

Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe Operator and provide a supporting Mobile Vendor service at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17016. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17016 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/95a58240-a3c7-48e6-8578-d5500ec2efb1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender 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

55 - Hotel, restaurant and retail trade services


CPV Codes

55500000 - Canteen and catering services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
6 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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