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RFQ 2025/53 - PEACEPLUS Cultural Programme - Voices of the Land - Poetry and songs from Crotlieve

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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30 Jan 2026 at 11:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is currently seeking a competent consultancy company to design, develop, and deliver a cultural programme titled "Voices of the Land: Poetry and songs from Crotlieve" in Newry and Mourne. Classified under the industry categories of education, recreational and cultural services, this procurement process is in the tender stage, with an active status. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 27th February 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 20th February 2026. The contract will be delivered from 16th March to 30th September 2026, with the project being valued at approximately £19,545.40. An open procurement method is being employed, with a focus on below-threshold, open competition processes, and potential bidders are encouraged to submit electronically via MultiQuote.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in cultural programme consultancy and delivery. Businesses, particularly those with expertise in cultural heritage, music, poetry, and community engagement, are well-suited to compete. With a significant portion of the evaluation placed on quality, participants with innovative approaches to programme delivery stand a competitive chance. This project not only promises growth through exposure in the cultural sector but also offers participants the chance to foster community relationships and enhance their service portfolio within the UK region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ 2025/53 - PEACEPLUS Cultural Programme - Voices of the Land - Poetry and songs from Crotlieve

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council looking for a competent consultancy company to tender, to design, develop and deliver a cultural Programme "Voices of the Land: Poetry and songs from Crotlieve" in Newry and Mourne. This programme will focus on the cultural heritage of the Crotlieve area through an exploration of local poetry and song. Participants will engage in a structured programme of workshops, guided site visits, facilitated group writing sessions, and a concluding showcase event.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0612cf
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008389-2026
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

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
£19,545 Under £100K
Lots Value
£19,545 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jan 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
27 Feb 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 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
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

Further Information

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