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RFQ 2026/12 - PEACEPLUS Mental Health First Aid Training for The Mournes, Downpatrick Rowallane Areas

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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18 May 2026 at 13:39

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is conducting an open procurement process titled "RFQ 2026/12 - PEACEPLUS Mental Health First Aid Training for The Mournes, Downpatrick Rowallane Areas." This tender falls under the industry categories of educational, health, and community services, specifically targeting capacity building and mental health training. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with submissions open until 15th June 2026. Located in the UK, this project supports community and voluntary groups, particularly in the Rowallane, Downpatrick, and Mournes areas. The process follows a legal basis under UK legislation 2023/54 and allows for electronic submissions through an open competition below the threshold.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in educational and health services, particularly those capable of delivering Mental Health First Aid training. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, given the contract's suitability criteria. The project's value is up to £18,000 in total, with an emphasis on quality and cost in the award criteria. The successful business will engage with the local community to enhance mental health support services, fostering an environment of growth and new collaborative relationships. This tender provides an ideal platform for organisations aiming to expand their service offerings within local UK communities, focusing on social and emotional capacity building.

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Notice Title

RFQ 2026/12 - PEACEPLUS Mental Health First Aid Training for The Mournes, Downpatrick Rowallane Areas

Notice Description

Newry Mourne & Down District Council's PEACEPLUS Action Plan includes the delivery of Capacity Building and Engagement Programmes under Strand 2 - Thriving and Peaceful Communities. Strand 2 focuses on eight identified priority projects encompassing a broad range of initiatives focused on capacity building, leadership development, cross community relationship building interaction and engagement, social and emotional support, events and festivals and community justice interventions. This project will deliver accredited Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training within the Rowallane, Downpatrick and Mournes DEA areas, strengthening the capacity of local community and voluntary groups to identify, respond to, and signpost individuals experiencing mental health challenges. The project will build capacity within local community & voluntary organisations to support mental wellbeing equipping participants with MHFA skills to respond confidently to emerging mental health issues, foster stronger

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069b15
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/045395-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£15,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 May 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
15 Jun 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
5 Jul 2026 - 31 Dec 2026 1-6 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
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
BT34 2QU
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
Abbey
Westminster Constituency
Newry and Armagh

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