This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

03 Aug 2026 at 14:31

Planning

25 Mar 2026 at 13:46

Summary of the contracting process

The tender initiated by Belfast City Council is for the "Provision of Traffic Management Services" for Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2027, with the procurement process currently at the tender stage. This tender involves delivering comprehensive traffic management services that encompass planning, equipment supply, and operation management, to ensure smooth event execution in line with legislative requirements and the council's specification. The opportunity is valued at £400,000, and interested parties have until 7th September 2026 to submit their proposals via eSourcingNI. The services will be provided in Belfast, under the Northern Irish devolved regulations, and will operate under an open procedure procurement method. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st October 2026, concluding on 30th September 2027.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in event management, traffic control, and security services. Given the scope of the project, companies with expertise in traffic management, hostile vehicle mitigation, and large-scale event service delivery, particularly those compliant with Protect Duty, are well-suited to compete. As the contract includes the option to purchase additional equipment and staffing solutions, it can foster business growth and scalability. The framework encourages competition from SMEs and VCSEs, potentially enriching the local business landscape and enhancing their market presence.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

T2754 Provision of Traffic Management Services Fleadh Cheoil na HEireann 2027

Notice Description

Provision of a comprehensive traffic management service for Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann 2027, including planning, development of a full Traffic Management Plan, statutory approvals support, signage and equipment supply, Hostile Vehicle Mitigation, access management, logistics hub operation, communications, staffing and 24/7 operational delivery. The service must be supplied as a fully managed, event-specific solution, covering pre-event build, rehearsals, the full event period and de-rig, in line with the Specification and all legislative requirements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Options: The contract includes options for the Council to purchase additional traffic management equipment, staffing and event-specific items during the contract period, priced in line with similar items in the Pricing Schedule.

Planning Information

This PME is being delivered through a questionnaire‑based process. Belfast City Council invites Suppliers to participate in this PME by emailing cps@belfastcity.gov.uk to request a copy of the PME questionnaire. Completed questionnaires must be returned by the deadline stated in the document. This PME is for information‑gathering only.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0673e5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/073293-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

35 - Security, fire-fighting, police and defence equipment

63 - Supporting and auxiliary transport services; travel agencies services

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

35120000 - Surveillance and security systems and devices

35121000 - Security equipment

63712700 - Traffic control services

79952000 - Event services

98351100 - Car park services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£400,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
7 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
24 Apr 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
BELFAST CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
BELFAST
Postcode
BT2 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)
TLN06 Belfast
Delivery Location
TLN Northern Ireland

Local Authority
Belfast
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Belfast South and Mid Down

Further Information

Notice Documents

Open Contracting Data Standard (OCDS)

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