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Tender 22/2026 - Provision of Marquees and Tents for NMDDC Events Department

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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26 Jun 2026 at 15:00

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) has initiated an open tender process for the provision of marquees and tents to support its Events Department. The procurement, identified as Tender 22/2026, involves the design, supply, installation, maintenance, and removal of various temporary event structures. This tender falls under the services industry category, specifically event services, and is valued at £144,078 (net). The tender is scheduled to close on 17th July 2026, with the contract starting 17th August 2026 and potentially extending through to 2031. The procurement method is below-threshold open competition, with submission via the MultiQuote platform.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in event management and structural services, particularly those experienced in large-scale installations. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are deemed suitable to compete, supporting wider business engagement. The contract offers potential growth for businesses capable of delivering high-quality services, with a significant portion of evaluation (40%) focused on quality alongside competitive pricing (60%). With possible contract extensions, this tender allows businesses to secure a long-term relationship with a public sector client, fostering sustained growth and credibility within the industry.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Tender 22/2026 - Provision of Marquees and Tents for NMDDC Events Department

Notice Description

The contract will encompass, but is not limited to, the design, supply, installation, maintenance, and removal of marquees, tents, and associated temporary event structures required to support the delivery of Council events. This includes all necessary structural elements, flooring, linings, anchoring systems, access solutions, and associated infrastructure to ensure safe and functional event spaces.

Lot Information

Lot 1

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

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06be8b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/060491-2026
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

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

CPV Codes

79952000 - Event services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£144,078 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£144,078 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
26 Jun 20266 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Jul 20262 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
16 Aug 2026 - 16 Aug 2028 2-3 years
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
NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
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

Further Information

Notice Documents

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