Tender

CA17802 - RFQ 2026/09 - PEACEPLUS Steps Through Time

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

12 May 2026 at 15:12

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is currently overseeing a procurement process titled "CA17802 - RFQ 2026/09 - PEACEPLUS Steps Through Time," falling under the "Recreational, cultural and sporting services" category. This active tender invites competent suppliers to partake in designing and delivering a shared history and culture programme in the Newry, Mourne, and Down District area, incorporating both recreational and educational service elements. The process is in the Tender stage, with submissions accepted until 12:00 PM (BST) on 9th June 2026. Interested businesses should note that the contract period is set to commence on 6th July 2026 and conclude by the end of the year, on 31st December 2026. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, ensuring broad participation.

This tender offers substantial opportunities for business growth, particularly for those involved in community engagement, cultural programming, and educational services. The programme's requirement for expertise in facilitating community interactions through storytelling and guided walks suggests it would be ideal for businesses with a background in cultural facilitation, community development, or outdoor educational activities. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, fostering a competitive environment for those capable of delivering innovative, inclusive community projects that tie local and cross-border histories into accessible experiences.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CA17802 - RFQ 2026/09 - PEACEPLUS Steps Through Time

Notice Description

Competent suppliers are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a PEACEPLUS shared history and culture programme. This project will engage a skilled community facilitator to work collaboratively with minority communities through a programme of facilitated mountain walks, storytelling, and reflective engagement at key historical and natural sites across the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area and one cross border mountain walk. Using walking as a participatory and accessible method, the project will explore shared heritage, folklore, and everyday histories that connect communities across geographical, cultural, and generational boundaries. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17802. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17802 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
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f4eba1e9-4ca6-458b-993d-f55390d6a805
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

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
12 May 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
9 Jun 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 1-6 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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

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Notice Documents

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