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Tender 16/2026 - Public Address & Lighting Systems for NMDDC Events Department

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)

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Award

24 Aug 2026 at 15:03

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

19 Jun 2026 at 09:51

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council’s Events Department procured professional public address and lighting systems for its programme of Council events. The requirement covers the supply, installation, operation and removal of sound reinforcement, stage and architectural lighting, control systems and associated technical infrastructure. The appointed service also includes technical design, setup, live operation and de-rig, supported by experienced audio and lighting personnel. The supplier must deliver safe, compliant and reliable event production, follow technical specifications and event schedules, and work with Council officers, event managers and other contractors to integrate the systems with wider event infrastructure. This is an event production services contract, classified under CPV 79952000 Event services. Delivery is across the United Kingdom, for events organised by the Council.

The procurement is complete and has been awarded following a below-threshold open competition. There was one lot, with price weighted at 60% and quality at 40%; participation was identified as suitable for SMEs and voluntary, community or social enterprises. The tender value was £317,573 excluding VAT (£381,087.60 including VAT). The contract was signed on 5 August 2026 and awarded to McCusker Pro-Audio Ltd. The contract runs from 11 August 2026 to 10 August 2028, with extensions allowed for three further 12-month periods, up to 10 August 2031. Its value is £381,087.60 excluding VAT (£457,305.12 including VAT). The tender deadline was 10 July 2026 at noon, and enquiries closed on 6 July 2026 at noon.

This award demonstrates established Council demand for a single supplier able to provide end-to-end event audio and lighting production rather than isolated equipment hire. Relevant competitors would need professional sound reinforcement and stage-lighting capability, including architectural lighting, control systems and the associated technical infrastructure. They would also need experienced personnel able to design systems, install and test them, operate live events and complete safe de-rigging. Credibility depends on reliable delivery across a varied programme of public events, compliance with health and safety requirements, adherence to technical specifications and schedules, and effective coordination with Council officers, event managers and other contractors. The evaluation balance shows that both competitive pricing and demonstrable service quality matter. The SME and VCSE suitability indicates that appropriately capable smaller or mission-led providers can be relevant when this requirement is next considered.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender 16/2026 - Public Address & Lighting Systems for NMDDC Events Department

Notice Description

The contract will encompass, but is not limited to, the supply, installation, operation and removal of professional sound reinforcement systems, stage and architectural lighting, control systems, and all associated technical infrastructure required to deliver high-quality event production. The successful supplier will also be expected to provide experienced technical personnel to manage all aspects of audio and lighting delivery, including design, setup, live operation, and de-rig. Through the delivery of a professional, reliable, and high-quality service, the appointed supplier will play a critical role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and successful execution of event production requirements. This includes adherence to all relevant health and safety standards, technical specifications, and event schedules, while contributing to an engaging and high-quality audience experience across a diverse programme of Council events. The supplier will be required to work collaboratively with Council officers, event managers, and other contractors to ensure seamless integration with wider event infrastructure and production elements.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Extensions allowed: Yes (3 x 12 months)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06b8ae
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/080441-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£317,573 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£317,573 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£381,087 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
24 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
10 Jul 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
5 Aug 20263 weeks ago
Contract Period
11 Aug 2026 - 10 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Complete
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

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
BT34 2QU
Postcode Area
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

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

MCCUSKER PRO-AUDIO LTD

Further Information

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