Tender 42/2026 - Integrated Consultancy Team for Extension to Struell Cemetery, Downpatrick

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

30 Jun 2026 at 14:54

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting tenders through an open competition process for the project titled "Tender 42/2026 - Integrated Consultancy Team for Extension to Struell Cemetery, Downpatrick." This procurement is in the industry category of construction and civil engineering consultancy services, with the main goal of hiring a consultant to support the council in expanding Struell Cemetery. The services required include technical, design, procurement, and contract administration to ensure the project's efficient delivery within the established budget. The procurement is currently at the tender stage, with the process being open to submissions until 24th July 2026. The project is located in Downpatrick, United Kingdom, and the contract period is set to commence on 10th August 2026, concluding on 31st March 2028.

This tender represents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in construction and civil engineering consultancy services. It is an ideal opportunity for firms that have the capability to deliver comprehensive consultancy services, including both technical and administrative support, for large-scale infrastructure projects. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) are encouraged to participate, as the project value is set at £40,000 with gross value up to £48,000, making it accessible for a range of businesses. Interested parties should ensure they are registered on the MultiQuote platform to submit their proposals electronically, aligning with the council's procurement method that favours open competition and electronic submissions.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Tender 42/2026 - Integrated Consultancy Team for Extension to Struell Cemetery, Downpatrick

Notice Description

The purpose of these services is to appoint a suitably qualified Consultant to support the Council in the delivery of the Struell Cemetery extension, Downpatrick. The Consultant will provide the necessary technical, design, procurement, and contract administration services to enable the successful expansion of burial capacity and associated infrastructure. The services are being commissioned to ensure the scheme is developed, procured, and delivered in a coordinated and efficient manner, meeting the Council's Programme, budget, and operational requirements, while maintaining appropriate standards within an active cemetery environment.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c079
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/061393-2026
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

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services


CPV Codes

71311000 - Civil engineering consultancy services

71530000 - Construction consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£40,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Jun 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
24 Jul 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Aug 2026 - 31 Mar 2028 1-2 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
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

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