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title: "T2694 Programme Curation to support the Fringe Programme of the Fleadh Cheoil2026"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05d4fd"
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current_stage: "Planning"
buyer: "BELFAST CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2025-10-28"
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# T2694 Programme Curation to support the Fringe Programme of the Fleadh Cheoil2026

Buyer: BELFAST CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05d4fd

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## Summary

Belfast City Council is in the planning stages of a procurement process for Programme Curation and Management Services supporting the Fringe Programme for the Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2026. This event, set to animate Belfast with cultural and celebratory performances, is scheduled for 2nd-9th August 2026, marking its first instance in the city. The procurement is being managed under Northern Irish devolved regulations and aims to engage contractors capable of delivering services across three distinct lots: Main Stage, City Centre, and City-wide Programmes. Interested suppliers are encouraged to express their interest by 14th November 2025, to be considered for participation in this project focused on cultural event organisation within the Belfast region, under the procurement category of services.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in cultural event curation and management to contribute to a high-profile international event, thus enhancing their visibility and portfolio. Suitable candidates include small and medium enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) with expertise in designing and managing large-scale cultural programmes. Given the scope and prestige of the Fleadh, participation could bolster business growth through substantial project exposure and potential future collaborations. With a gross budget of £480,000, this contract invites capable entities to support Belfast City Council in creating an inclusive and vibrant cultural landscape during this historic programme.

## Notice

Belfast City Council is undertaking pre-market engagement to inform the procurement of Programme Curation & Management Services for the Fringe Programme of Fleadh Cheoil na hEireann 2026. This historic event will take place from 2nd-9th August 2026 and marks the first time the Fleadh will be hosted in Belfast. The Fringe Programme will animate the city with inclusive, creative, and celebratory events that complement the Comhaltas core programme. The Council intends to procure one or more contractors to deliver the following lots: Lot 1: Main Stage @ City Hall (Gig Rig) - Curation & Management Lot 2: City Centre Programme - Curation & Management Lot 3: City-wide Programme - Curation & Management Each lot will involve the design, delivery, and management of cultural programming aligned with the Fleadh ethos, including artist engagement, production management, accessibility measures, and community collaboration.

### Planning Information

Interested suppliers are invited to submit an expression of interest by emailing the Corporate Procurement Services team at cps@belfastcity.gov.uk. Upon receipt, a brief scope of requirements document will be issued to help suppliers assess their capacity to deliver the proposed services.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068863-2025 |
| Notice type | UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 28 Oct 2025 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jan 2026 - 10 Aug 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £400,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Planning |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | BELFAST CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BELFAST |
| Post town | Northern Ireland |
| Postcode | BT2 8DJ |
| Country | Northern Ireland |
| ITL 1 | TLN Northern Ireland |
| ITL 2 | TLN0 Northern Ireland |
| ITL 3 | TLN06 Belfast |
| Local authority | Belfast |
| Electoral ward | Central |
| Westminster constituency | Belfast South and Mid Down |
| Delivery location | TLN Northern Ireland |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

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

### Codes

- 79952100 - Cultural event organisation services

## Release History

- 28 Oct 2025 at 11:10 - Planning - UK2 - Preliminary Market Engagement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068863-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068863-2025
  28th October 2025 - Preliminary market engagement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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