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CA17445 - RFQ 2025/70 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - PEACEPLUS 3.7 Reimaging the History of Mental Health Care in Down

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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24 Mar 2026 at 09:51

Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is initiating a procurement process titled "RFQ 2025/70 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS 'Thriving Together' - PEACEPLUS 3.7 Reimaging the History of Mental Health Care in Down." This tender seeks suppliers to design and implement a cross-community arts programme engaging with Northern Ireland's mental health heritage. The objective is to culminate this journey in an exhibition at Down County Museum, inspired by Downshire Hospital's legacy. Key sectors involved are "Other community, social and personal services," "Education and training services," and "Recreational, cultural and sporting services." Interested parties must submit their tenders by 21st April 2026, with the contract period spanning from 11th May 2026 to 31st December 2026. The process is currently in the tender stage, following an open procurement method.

This tender offers a rich opportunity for service-oriented businesses, particularly SMEs, to contribute to an inclusive and culturally sensitive project. Firms with expertise in arts, community services, educational programmes, and historical projects are well-suited to participate. By engaging minority groups and promoting shared reflection on historical experiences, it fosters regional development and community cohesion. The project allows businesses to showcase creativity and innovation in delivering culturally impactful programmes, potentially leading to future collaborations with local authorities and cultural institutions.

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Notice Title

CA17445 - RFQ 2025/70 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - PEACEPLUS 3.7 Reimaging the History of Mental Health Care in Down

Notice Description

Suppliers are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a shared history and culture programme. This cross-community arts project will engage minority participants in exploring Northern Ireland's mental health care history, using the Downshire Hospital and Down County Museum's collection as inspiration. Through inclusive workshops, participants will reflect creatively on personal and shared experiences, culminating in an exhibition at Down County Museum. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17445. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17445 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
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Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d3fa5713-97b2-4bb3-b554-1d36a21b8531
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
24 Mar 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
21 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
10 May 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 6-12 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
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
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

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