RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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25 Jun 2026 at 10:24

Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting competent consultancy companies to tender for a project titled "RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS 'Thriving Together' - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on recreational, cultural, and educational services, with potential delivery in the United Kingdom. The current stage of the procurement is Tender, and the process is open with a tender submission deadline set for 23rd July 2026. This initiative is a below-threshold, open competition, reflecting the council's commitment to inclusiveness and community engagements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in consultancy, education, cultural events, or heritage-focused programmes. The project involves creating a structured programme that includes expert-led talks and workshops, encouraging community engagement and cultural understanding. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the project facilitates business growth through innovative cultural initiatives and community development. The project's contract period runs from 3rd August to 30th November 2026, offering a defined timeline for execution and collaboration. Businesses with a focus on connecting community heritage with educational and recreational services would find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities.

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Notice Title

RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook

Notice Description

Competent consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a structured programme celebrating the history and industrial heritage of Bessbrook. The programme will include a series of expert-led talks and workshops promoting understanding of shared heritage across communities and encouraging reflection on how industrial heritage shapes identity. Participants will take part in a guided historical walking tour of Bessbrook, a relevant study visit and a practical weaving workshop

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06bce4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059835-2026
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

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£8,099 Under £100K
Lots Value
£8,099 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20262 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
23 Jul 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 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
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

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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