Tender

RFQ 2025/34 - PEACEPLUS Community Led Shared History and Culture Programme Port and Town

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

24 Oct 2025 at 10:18

Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is currently in the tender stage for the "RFQ 2025/34 - PEACEPLUS Community Led Shared History and Culture Programme Port and Town," an initiative aimed at designing and developing a programme to explore the heritage of the Quoile River and the development of Downpatrick. The procurement process falls under the industry categories of education, cultural, and community services, with a focus on public undertaking within the UK. Interested parties should note key dates: the enquiry period ends on 14th November 2025, while submissions must be completed by 21st November 2025. The tender is part of an open competition method, below threshold, with a light-touch regime and allows electronic submissions via the provided online platform.

This tender presents significant growth opportunities for competent consultancy firms, particularly those specialising in educational programmes, community development, and cultural heritage projects. The contract value approximately amounts to gross £15,737.95 and is open to small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs). The procurement prioritises quality over cost with an award criterion of 80% based on project specifics and 20% on cost. Firms located within or outside the UK can benefit from this project, especially those aiming to enhance their portfolios with culturally impactful initiatives. The programme is set to commence on 15th December 2025 and conclude on 31st December 2026, providing ample time for project execution and delivery.

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Notice Title

RFQ 2025/34 - PEACEPLUS Community Led Shared History and Culture Programme Port and Town

Notice Description

Competent Consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver Community Led Shared History and Culture Programme, Port and Town, a community designed project looking at the heritage of the Quoile River and the development of Downpatrick focusing on 'what connects us', Dispelling myths & perceptions and providing understanding on how our past links to our future.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05d333
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068112-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
£13,114 Under £100K
Lots Value
£13,114 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Oct 20254 months ago
Submission Deadline
21 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 31 Dec 2026 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)
Contact Name
Timothy Ervine
Contact Email
timothy.ervine@nmandd.org
Contact Phone
03001374000

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

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