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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

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Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting suppliers to participate in an open tender process for the project titled "RFQ 2025/70 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS 'Thriving Together'". This initiative falls under the industry categories of community, social, and personal services, as well as education, training, and recreational services. The project is aimed at engaging minority participants in Northern Ireland in a cross-community arts programme, culminating in an exhibition at Down County Museum. The procurement stage is currently active with key deadlines, including the end of the tender period on 21 April 2026 and the enquiry period closing on 14 April 2026. This opportunity is below the threshold with open competition and operates under a special regime described as 'light touch'. The programme seeks to explore the historical context of mental health care using local inspirations from Downshire Hospital and the Down County Museum's collection, with delivery located in the United Kingdom.

This tender offers a unique opportunity for small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to capitalise on their expertise in community engagement, cultural programming, and educational services. The project provides a platform for businesses to showcase their ability to develop and deliver thoughtful and inclusive programming that connects with diverse groups, making it ideal for companies experienced in cross-community initiatives and arts-based cultural education. With an award criteria prioritising quality over price, this tender allows businesses that excel in creative engagement and cultural reinterpretation to stand out, supporting business growth through visibility and social impact. Interested parties are encouraged to register with MultiQuote to access submission methods and further specifics.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

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.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067247
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/026616-2026
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
£8,099 Under £100K
Lots Value
£8,099 Under £100K
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
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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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