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Assessment of the Implications and Resource Requirements of Emerging UNESCO World Heritage Site Bids in Armagh, Northern Ireland

ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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15 Apr 2026 at 16:08

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Summary of the contracting process

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is actively seeking services for the assessment of the implications and resource requirements related to UNESCO World Heritage Site bids in Armagh, Northern Ireland. The procurement is conducted under an open competition framework, particularly targeting administrative services related to tourism affairs. This tender is currently in the active stage with submissions due by midday on 6th May 2026. Interested parties should note that the enquiry period ends on 29th April 2026. The contract is anticipated to run from 18th May until 31st July 2026, encompassing significant locations in Armagh City, Northern Ireland, with a gross value of £36,000 GBP.

This tender presents remarkable opportunities for organisations specialising in administration services and tourism affairs, particularly those with experience in managing UNESCO World Heritage projects. The procurement process favours small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations, thereby encouraging a broad range of service providers to participate. Companies skilled in both quality delivery and competitive pricing are particularly suited to this tender, as the award criteria emphasises these factors, providing a promising avenue for growth in a strategic location with cultural and historical significance.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Assessment of the Implications and Resource Requirements of Emerging UNESCO World Heritage Site Bids in Armagh, Northern Ireland

Notice Description

The Royal Sites of Ireland and the Historical Astronomical Observatories of Ireland incorporating Navan Fort and Armagh Observatory and Planetarium respectively, form part of two transnational, serial nominations for UNESCO World Heritage Status. Both components are located in or near Armagh City, Northern Ireland. The remaining five components of the Royal Sites series are located in Counties Meath, Westmeath, Roscommon, Kildare and Tipperary. The remaining two components of the Historical Astronomical Observatories are located at Dunsink, Fingal (North County Dublin) and in Birr, County Offaly. Both nomination groups have been included on the most recent Tentative List for Ireland. The pathway to World Heritage inscription consists of four stages: 1. Review and Preparation of the Tentative List 2. Preparation of the Preliminary Assessment and Nomination Dossier 3. Evaluation 4. Decision by the World Heritage Committee

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-068385
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/034419-2026
Current Stage
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All Stages
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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

75 - Administration, defence and social security services

CPV Codes

75100000 - Administration services

75125000 - Administrative services related to tourism affairs

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£36,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Apr 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
6 May 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
17 May 2026 - 31 Jul 2026 1-6 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
ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CRAIGAVON
Postcode
BT64 1AL
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)
TLN07 Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon
Electoral Ward
Craigavon Centre
Westminster Constituency
Upper Bann

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