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RFQ 2025/74 - Specialist Consultancy Team to support the implementation of an operating model for a new Theatre and Conference facility

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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01 Apr 2026 at 10:09

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is seeking a specialist consultancy team through an open tender process to assist in developing and implementing an operating model for a new Theatre and Conference facility in Newry, United Kingdom. This procurement process falls under the general management and business development consultancy services industry categories and is currently at the tender stage. The tender, with an ID of CA17511, is valued at £29,000 (excluding VAT) and has a tender period ending 22nd April 2026. Interested parties should submit their proposals electronically by the deadline, and enquiries are welcomed until 16th April 2026.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in strategic governance, legal and operational guidance to partner with the Council. Ideal contenders will have a proven track record in managing organisational structures to facilitate high-quality arts, cultural, and conferencing programmes. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to apply, offering potential for business growth through collaboration and delivery of consultancy services in the public sector. This open competition method allows qualified organisations to assist in achieving financial sustainability for the new facility, enhancing their portfolio and industry footprint.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RFQ 2025/74 - Specialist Consultancy Team to support the implementation of an operating model for a new Theatre and Conference facility

Notice Description

The purpose of this procurement is to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced consultancy team to assist the Council in progressing the development and implementation of the preferred operating model for the Newry Theatre and Conference Centre. The consultancy team will provide strategic, governance, legal and operational guidance to ensure the establishment of an effective organisational structure capable of delivering a high-quality art, cultural and conferencing programme while ensuring financial sustainability.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-067a75
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030225-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£29,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
1 Apr 20263 days ago
Submission Deadline
22 Apr 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
24 May 2026 - 30 Apr 2027 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
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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

Notice Documents

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