ITT 43/2026 - PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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03 Jul 2026 at 13:54

Summary of the contracting process

The "PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships" tender process is initiated by the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) in the United Kingdom, specifically in Newry. The procurement is in the tender stage, seeking submissions by 5th August 2026. The initiative focuses mainly on services across multiple sectors, including recreational, cultural, educational, community, social, and health services. The programme aims to build and sustain cross-community relationships through seven standalone projects in each District Electoral Area (DEA), fostering inclusive dialogue and community empowerment. This open competition is carried out under the "Below threshold" procurement method and adheres to light-touch regime specifications, being particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in community, social, cultural, educational, and health services, facilitating growth through projects addressing community relations and inclusivity. Firms with expertise in fostering peacebuilding initiatives, leadership development, or providing social and emotional support will find this particularly relevant. Businesses that can effectively engage communities in contested spaces and contribute to long-term reconciliation through structured contact and capacity-building activities are well-suited to compete for this contract, which covers a one-year period starting from 1st September 2026. The contract holds a considerable value, encouraging competitive bids and innovative approaches to meet the project's objectives.

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Notice Title

ITT 43/2026 - PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships

Notice Description

As part of the PEACEPLUS Action Plan, NMDDC will deliver a series of Collaborative Interaction Programmes under Strand 2 - Thriving and Peaceful Communities. Strand 2 comprises eight priority projects that collectively aim to build capacity, develop leadership, strengthen cross community relationships, provide social and emotional support, and deliver inclusive events, festivals, and community justice initiatives. Within this strand, the Sustaining Cross Community Relations Programme seeks to build on the relationships, trust, and learning developed through previous PEACE and Council programmes. The programme will consist of seven standalone projects, one in each District Electoral Area (DEA), and will focus on engaging individuals and communities who have been less involved in peacebuilding to date--particularly those living in or affected by contested spaces. To deliver seven standalone cross community projects--one in each DEA--engaging individuals and communities who are not typically involved in peacebuilding. Through structured contact, facilitated dialogue, and capacity building, the programme will strengthen relationships, empower communities, and support the development of shared visions for local areas. This work will contribute to the gradual removal of psychological and physical barriers and promote long term reconciliation. The programme will also help communities identify key issues affecting them, create safe opportunities for dialogue, and address behaviours or tensions that may exclude or intimidate individuals based on religion, race, or other identity factors.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06c39b
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062874-2026
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

85 - Health and social work services

92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

80000000 - Education and training services

85000000 - Health and social work services

92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,304 Under £100K
Lots Value
£70,304 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
5 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 6-12 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
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Contact Phone
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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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