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Tender 35/2025 - Dunleath Park / St Patricks Avenue, Downpatrick - Creation of DDA Ramp & Complimentary Steps

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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13 Mar 2026 at 10:57

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting tenders for the construction of a DDA-compliant ramp and complementary steps at Dunleath Park leading to St Patricks Avenue in Downpatrick. The procurement process is in the tender stage, with key dates including the deadline for submissions on 20th March 2026 and the enquiry period ending on 18th March 2026. This project falls under the construction work industry category, and the council seeks quotations from contractors capable of executing the proposed works, valued at a gross amount of £60,000. The procurement method is open competition, specifically tailored to accommodate projects below the threshold, ensuring accessibility for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs).

This tender presents significant opportunities for contractors in the construction industry, particularly those specialising in accessibility infrastructure improvements. The project is well-suited for SMEs and VCSEs aiming to expand their portfolio with public sector engagements. It requires expertise in building DDA-compliant structures, including ramps with keyclamp railings and handrails, as well as the installation of pedestrian handrailing. Contractors with relevant experience and skills in these areas can leverage this opportunity to enhance their credentials and increase visibility within the public works domain. The contract period is set from 31st March 2026 to 30th April 2026, offering a concise timeframe for project completion and allowing businesses to optimise resource allocation and project management strategies.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender 35/2025 - Dunleath Park / St Patricks Avenue, Downpatrick - Creation of DDA Ramp & Complimentary Steps

Notice Description

Newry, Mourne & Down District Council (NMDDC) require a quotation from suitable Contractors for the creation of a connection from the existing walking trail in Dunleath Park Downpatrick leading to St Patricks Avenue. This is to be in the form of a concrete DDA ramp with keyclamp railings and handrails as well as a complimentary set of steps to the side of ramp. There is also a requirement for supply and installation of a section of pedestrian handrailing to St Patricks Avenue.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06697e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022816-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45000000 - Construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£50,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
20 Mar 20265 days to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Mar 2026 - 30 Apr 2026 30 days
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
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

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