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title: "Tender 11/2025 - Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC) Communications and Engagement Partner"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0569cd"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)"
published: "2025-07-31"
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# Tender 11/2025 - Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC) Communications and Engagement Partner

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0569cd

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## Summary

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is currently inviting tenders for the "Tender 11/2025 - Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC) Communications and Engagement Partner" project. The procurement process, categorised under marketing services, aims to enlist a skilled partner for a comprehensive communications and engagement programme spanning the Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor. Set to conclude its tender stage on 15th August 2025, the contract begins on 1st October 2025 and runs until 29th September 2028. This open competition, below threshold, promises a gross value of £80,000, offering potential suppliers ample opportunity to showcase their expertise in communication services.

This tender presents a compelling growth opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) specialising in marketing, public relations consultancy, and stakeholder engagement. Eligible businesses with robust project management, team capabilities, and innovative methodologies can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and regional presence. By collaborating with the DBEC team, successful bidders can nurture long-term relationships with influential stakeholders and expand their footprint within the strategic economic corridor between Dublin and Belfast.

## Notice

The Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC) is seeking an experienced Communications and Engagement Partner to co-design and deliver a strategic, regionally focused communications and engagement programme. The appointed agency will work with the DBEC Delivery Team to deliver a strategic marketing and communications programme that enhances visibility, promotes regional strengths, and supports DBEC's long-term goals. While the contract includes a defined scope of deliverables, DBEC anticipates the need for flexible, responsive support as new opportunities emerge within the scope, scale and spirit of the contract. The appointed Communications and Engagement Partner will deliver an integrated package of communications, marketing, PR, and stakeholder engagement services across the Dublin Belfast Economic Corridor (DBEC).

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044593-2025 |
| 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 |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 31 Jul 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2025 - 29 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £80,000 |
| Lots value | £80,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| 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 | 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 |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79342000 - Marketing services
- 79413000 - Marketing management consultancy services
- 79416200 - Public relations consultancy services

## Release History

- 31 Jul 2025 at 09:03 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044593-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/044593-2025
  31st July 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://suppliers.multiquote.com
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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