Tender

RFQ 2025/50 - Provision to Operate a Service of Outdoor Visitor Attractions at Castle Park Newcastle

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

19 Jan 2026 at 12:39

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) seeking suitable operators to manage and operate seasonal outdoor visitor attractions at Castle Park, Newcastle, County Down. The project falls under the fair and amusement park services category, with procurement being conducted under an open competition method. The current stage is the Tender stage, with the opportunity open for submissions until 30th January 2026, and enquiries being accepted until 27th January 2026. The initial contract is scheduled to start on 1st April 2026 and run through 30th September 2026, with potential extensions available. With a total project value of £30,000, this is a light-touch procurement aimed at enhancing public service offerings.

This tender presents a robust opportunity for businesses in the amusement and visitor attraction sector to expand their operations within Northern Ireland. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs), may find this project particularly advantageous given its accessible procurement conditions. Companies with experience in hospitality, tourism, and amusement operations would be well-suited to submit proposals. Engaging in this tender could lead to increased visibility and potential long-term partnerships with local authorities, thus fostering business growth and community engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ 2025/50 - Provision to Operate a Service of Outdoor Visitor Attractions at Castle Park Newcastle

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council are seeking to appoint a suitable operator for the management and operations of seasonal visitor attractions at Castle Park, Newcastle, County Down. Initial contract will be for one year, with a possible extension following review for a further 4 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Maximum 1 extensions of 48 months per extension.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0608a3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004314-2026
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

92331000 - Fair and amusement park services

92331100 - Fair services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
19 Jan 2026Today
Submission Deadline
30 Jan 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)
Contact Name
Seamus McGeoghegan
Contact Email
seamus.mcgeoghegan@nmandd.org
Contact Phone
03301374842

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

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