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title: "CA16326 - RFQ2025/15 - Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy"
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# CA16326 - RFQ2025/15 - Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-2624b8df-adae-4d9e-ad72-21f834ddfa2c

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## Summary

The procurement process for the "Appointment of a Consultant to develop a Community Development Strategy" has been successfully completed by Newry, Mourne & Down District Council. This initiative was categorised under business development consultancy services (CPV: 79411100) and covered a contract period from 10th October 2025 to 9th October 2026. The open procurement method was used, with a tender deadline that ended on 9th October 2025. The Council, located in Newry, aimed to find a suitable consultant to craft a strategic plan spanning 2026-2030. The awarded contract, valued at £25,462.50, was granted to Lorraine McCourt Consulting.

This tender represents a strategic opportunity for consultancy businesses specialising in community development and strategic planning. The open procedure allows various businesses, particularly SMEs, to participate, thereby fostering growth within smaller firms by aligning with public sector goals. Potential contractors with experience in business development and a robust understanding of community-focused strategic initiatives would find this a significant opportunity to expand their service offerings and establish their position within the public sector consultancy market. The flexibility concerning eligible locations, including the British Overseas Territories and beyond, further broadens the scope for business expansion and collaboration.

## Notice

Newry, Mourne & Down District Council ("the Council") is seeking to appoint a consultant to produce a Community Development Strategy ("the Strategy") for the period 2026 to 2030. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16326. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16326 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa52131-d983-4344-bfcb-0f8a69f1289d |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 9 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | 9 Oct 2025 - 9 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £27,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,462 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD) |
| Locality | NEWRY |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT35 8DJ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN08 Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Local authority | Newry, Mourne and Down |
| Electoral ward | Ballybot |
| Westminster constituency | Newry and Armagh |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | LORRAINE MCCOURT CONSULTING |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79411100 - Business development consultancy services

## Release History

- 10 Oct 2025 at 10:42 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa52131-d983-4344-bfcb-0f8a69f1289d

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2aa52131-d983-4344-bfcb-0f8a69f1289d
  10th October 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com

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