Tender

CA17828 - RFQ 2026/10 - Operation of 7 no. Mobile Catering Pitches at Council Tourism Facilities

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

18 May 2026 at 09:27

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting bids for the operation of seven mobile catering pitches at prominent tourism facilities, under the open procedure method. The procurement process is at the tender stage with the deadline for submissions set for 1st June 2026. This opportunity is classified under the catering services category (CPV code 55520000) and seeks operators who can offer high standards in food quality and service. The locations for the catering pitches include Castlewellan Forest Park, Slieve Gullion Forest Park, Bloody Bridge Car Park, Tyrella Beach, and Spelga Dam. The contract is set to commence on 1st July 2026 and end on 31st March 2027.

This tender presents excellent opportunities for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in catering services that can demonstrate a commitment to quality, sustainability, and consistent service delivery. Businesses capable of providing high-quality local food and drink and those with well-presented catering units and staff would be well-suited to this contract. Leveraging these high-profile locations could significantly enhance visibility and business growth within the tourism sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17828 - RFQ 2026/10 - Operation of 7 no. Mobile Catering Pitches at Council Tourism Facilities

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council ('The Council') is seeking to appoint suitably qualified and experienced Operators to provide mobile catering services at popular tourism facilities. The mobile catering service will form a key part of Council's service provision at each facility. Accordingly, the Council expects successful Operators to continuously deliver the highest standards in food quality, presentation, sustainability, and customer service. Paramount within this expectation is well presented catering units and staff, high quality local food and drink, a commitment to sustainable fuel sources and consumables, and punctual and consistent service times. Includes Lots: Lot 1: Lot 1 - Castlewellan Forest Park Lot 2: Lot 2 - Slieve Gullion Forest Park - Pitch A Lot 3: Lot 3 - Slieve Gullion Forest Park - Pitch B Lot 4: Lot 4 - Bloody Bridge Car Park Lot 5: Lot 5 - Tyrella Beach Lot 6: Lot 6 - Spelga Dam - Pitch A Lot 7: Lot 7 - Spelga Dam - Pitch B To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17828. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17828 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/28172ab4-89f8-4832-b3b1-208f07b09118
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

55520000 - 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
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
1 Jun 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
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
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NEWRY
Postcode
BT34 2QU
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
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

Further Information

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