RFQ 2026/27 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - PEACEPLUS 3.2 Arabic Learning Hub

NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)

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Tender

29 Jul 2026 at 09:30

Summary of the contracting process

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is seeking competent consultancy organisations to tender for the design and delivery of its PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" Arabic Learning Hub. This project, titled "RFQ 2026/27 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS", is intended for implementation across Newry, Mourne and Down, involving education and training as well as cultural and community services. Currently in the tender stage, the procurement method is open competition below threshold, inviting qualified vendors to participate. Interested parties must submit their responses by 26th August 2026, with enquiry submissions ending on 19th August 2026. The service contract is scheduled to commence on the 14th of September 2026 and conclude by the end of December 2026.

This procurement presents a robust opportunity for consultancy firms specialising in educational and cultural programme delivery, particularly those with expertise in Arabic language and cultural heritage programs. Ideal candidates include SMEs and voluntary sector organisations that can provide innovative, interactive approaches to language learning and cultural exchange. Leveraging their expertise, such businesses can expand their service offerings, enhance community engagement, and strengthen their portfolio within the public sector. Participation in this tender can also provide valuable exposure and networking opportunities within the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and beyond.

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Notice Title

RFQ 2026/27 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - PEACEPLUS 3.2 Arabic Learning Hub

Notice Description

Competent consultancy organisations are invited to tender for the design and delivery of an Arabic Language and Cultural Heritage Programme. This project will engage children from Arabic-speaking, Arabic heritage, and wider local community backgrounds across the Newry, Mourne and Down area through interactive language-learning activities, storytelling, creative arts, cultural exploration, and educational workshops.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06d615
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071556-2026
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
£10,155 Under £100K
Lots Value
£10,155 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
29 Jul 20261 weeks ago
Submission Deadline
26 Aug 20263 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
13 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
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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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