--- title: "CA17948 - RFQ 2026/14 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS \"Thriving Together\" - PEACEPLUS 3.7 Honest John Martin and Giant Murphy Summer Scheme" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)" published: "2026-06-02" --- # CA17948 - RFQ 2026/14 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - PEACEPLUS 3.7 Honest John Martin and Giant Murphy Summer Scheme Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD) Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-9c9d22cd-15cd-4791-9bff-48155956e7c9.json) ## Summary The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting competent suppliers to participate in a tender for the "Thriving Together" summer scheme under the PEACEPLUS programme. This initiative seeks to design, develop, and deliver a shared history and culture programme centred around the iconic figures of Giant Murphy and "Honest" John Martin. The programme targets children and aims to explore and celebrate Rostrevor's cultural heritage through music, drama, visual art, and storytelling. The project falls under the education and training services industry category, alongside community, social, and cultural services. The open procedure procurement is in the tender stage, with key dates including a submission deadline of 30th June 2026 and a contract period from 20th July to 31st October 2026. The procurement will take place in various locations, including the United Kingdom and its overseas territories. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in community engagement, educational programming, and cultural services. It is particularly suited to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with expertise in delivering creative and collaborative programmes aimed at children. Companies with experience in developing educational content that bridges history with contemporary culture would be well-positioned to compete. By participating, businesses will not only have the opportunity to expand their portfolio but also contribute positively to community development and cultural preservation. This engagement can lead to strategic partnerships and enhanced visibility within the public sector. ## Notice Competent suppliers are invited to tender for the design, development and delivery of a shared history and culture programme. The project will engage an experienced community facilitator to work collaboratively with children, exploring the lives and legacies of Giant Murphy (Patrick Murphy) and "Honest" John Martin. Through music, drama, visual art and storytelling, children will explore and re tell Rostrevor's history in their own voices, connecting past and present while celebrating the town's cultural heritage. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17948. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17948 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 020 3920 8054. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c27df65-bd0b-4fad-909c-7b6415d359f2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 2 Jun 2026 | | Submission deadline | 30 Jun 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 Jul 2026 - 31 Oct 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD) | | Locality | NEWRY | | Post town | Northern Ireland | | Postcode | BT34 2QU | | 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 | Abbey | | Westminster constituency | Newry and Armagh | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services - 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 2 Jun 2026 at 14:03 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c27df65-bd0b-4fad-909c-7b6415d359f2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4c27df65-bd0b-4fad-909c-7b6415d359f2 2nd June 2026 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://suppliers.multiquote.com ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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