RFQ2026/24 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Thriving Together-Minority Community Support Programme: Sports for All for the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

20 Jul 2026 at 13:09

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council has issued an open tender titled "RFQ2026/24 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Thriving Together–Minority Community Support Programme: Sports for All". The procurement is aimed at developing a support programme for minority communities through inclusive sports within the Newry region of the United Kingdom. This active tender focuses on the services industry category and seeks capable consultancy companies to design, develop, and deliver the programme. Key deadlines to note include an end date for tender submissions on 18th August 2026, while enquiries will be accepted until 13th August 2026. The procurement process follows an open competition method, allowing for electronic submissions.

This tender presents a significant business growth opportunity for consultancy companies experienced in community and educational services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) or voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in sports facilitation and integration programmes would be well-suited for this project. The contract's focus on using sports as a medium promotes social inclusion and provides a unique avenue for businesses to showcase their capabilities in delivering impactful community projects. With a contract period running from 7th September 2026 to 31st December 2026, successful bidders can enhance their market position by participating in a government-backed initiative.

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Notice Title

RFQ2026/24 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Thriving Together-Minority Community Support Programme: Sports for All for the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.

Notice Description

Competent consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a minority community support programme. This project will engage a skilled inclusive sports facilitator to support children with disabilities to participate in a diverse range of accessible sports and recreational activities. The programme will take a holistic approach, using sport, creative play, and outdoor experiences to promote integration, orientation, and wellbeing among children from minority communities. To access this opportunity, log in to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cee5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068268-2026
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
£10,153 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,153 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
18 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
6 Sep 2026 - 31 Dec 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
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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