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PEACEPLUS supported Tender for Delivery of ABC Councils Positive Pathways Programme - an Outdoor Instructor Training programme in Snow Sports and Water Sports

ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL

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10 Jun 2026 at 09:43

Summary of the contracting process

The Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council, supported by PEACEPLUS funding, is seeking tenders for the delivery of their Positive Pathways Programme, an Outdoor Instructor Training programme focusing on Snow Sports and Water Sports. This procurement falls under the 'sporting services' category and is located in Craigavon, Northern Ireland. The tender, using an open procurement method, is currently in the tender stage with crucial dates being the enquiry period ending on 24th June 2026 and the submission deadline on 1st July 2026. The contract period will commence on 1st September 2026 and conclude by 31st March 2029. The total contract value is set at £108,000 and requires the provision of specific training courses for up to 12 students per course over six months.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in sports and instructor training services, particularly those with expertise in snow and water sports. Companies with qualifications in providing courses like SSE Snow Sports Instructor Training and Paddle UK Paddle Sports, including associated RYA Powerboat certifications, will find this a suitable contract to expand their operations within the public sector. This initiative supports the development of skills in the local area, making it ideal for growing enterprises looking to establish a long-term presence in Northern Ireland's sporting education sector. The procurement's focus on quality over price (90% quality weighting) highlights the Council's commitment to high standards in programme delivery, offering a competitive edge to providers with a strong track record in delivering premium instructional services.

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Notice Title

PEACEPLUS supported Tender for Delivery of ABC Councils Positive Pathways Programme - an Outdoor Instructor Training programme in Snow Sports and Water Sports

Notice Description

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council supported by PEACEPLUS funding invites Tenders from suitably experienced and qualified service providers for the delivery of the ABC Council's Positive Pathway Programme. Tendering companies must be able to deliver five, 6-month Instructor Training programmes within the agreed timescale to include There will be 12 students per course aged 16 years and above. SSE Snow Sports Instructor Training Courses and associated qualifications and requirements * Water Sports - Paddle UK, Paddle Sports Instructors Courses and associated qualifications and requirements RYA Powerboat L2 certificate.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b180
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/054613-2026
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
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

80 - Education and training services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services


CPV Codes

80413000 - Sailing-school services

80415000 - Ski-training services

80500000 - Training services

92600000 - Sporting services

92610000 - Sports facilities operation services

92620000 - Sport-related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£108,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
1 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
ARMAGH CITY, BANBRIDGE AND CRAIGAVON BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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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