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25 Jun 2026 at 13:01

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25 Jun 2026 at 10:24

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting competent consultancy companies to participate in an open procurement process titled "CA18126 - RFQ 2026/06 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS 'Thriving Together' - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook." This tender, under the services category including recreational, cultural, and educational services, focuses on designing and delivering a structured programme to celebrate Bessbrook’s industrial heritage. The programme will run from 3rd August 2026 to 30th November 2026, and proposals must be submitted by 23rd July 2026. The target location is broadly specified, encompassing regions including the United Kingdom and Europe.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in cultural, educational, and community services. It is especially suitable for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) capable of providing expert-led workshops and historical tours, thereby fostering community engagement and cultural preservation. Successful bidders will have the chance to highlight their expertise in weaving workshops and historical narratives, promoting their brand within the European public sector market. Such projects can solidify a firm’s credentials in delivering impactful cultural and educational programmes, paving the way for future collaboration opportunities with governmental bodies.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

CA18126 - RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS

Notice Description

Competent consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a structured programme celebrating the history and industrial heritage of Bessbrook. The programme will include a series of expert-led talks and workshops promoting understanding of shared heritage across communities and encouraging reflection on how industrial heritage shapes identity. Participants will take part in a guided historical walking tour of Bessbrook, a relevant study visit and a practical weaving workshop To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA18126. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA18126 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-a261a580-9182-4c9e-adf5-c9e5ba741441
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f25a4d63-859a-46f1-bab6-44b818cc9b5b
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 (below threshold)
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
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 1-6 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ADB (UK) LIMITED
Additional Buyers

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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