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title: "RFQ 2025/53 - PEACEPLUS Cultural Programme - Voices of the Land - Poetry and songs from Crotlieve"
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# RFQ 2025/53 - PEACEPLUS Cultural Programme - Voices of the Land - Poetry and songs from Crotlieve

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0612cf

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## Summary

The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is currently seeking a competent consultancy company to design, develop, and deliver a cultural programme titled "Voices of the Land: Poetry and songs from Crotlieve" in Newry and Mourne. Classified under the industry categories of education, recreational and cultural services, this procurement process is in the tender stage, with an active status. The deadline for tender submissions is set for 27th February 2026, with the enquiry period closing on 20th February 2026. The contract will be delivered from 16th March to 30th September 2026, with the project being valued at approximately £19,545.40. An open procurement method is being employed, with a focus on below-threshold, open competition processes, and potential bidders are encouraged to submit electronically via MultiQuote.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) involved in cultural programme consultancy and delivery. Businesses, particularly those with expertise in cultural heritage, music, poetry, and community engagement, are well-suited to compete. With a significant portion of the evaluation placed on quality, participants with innovative approaches to programme delivery stand a competitive chance. This project not only promises growth through exposure in the cultural sector but also offers participants the chance to foster community relationships and enhance their service portfolio within the UK region.

## Notice

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council looking for a competent consultancy company to tender, to design, develop and deliver a cultural Programme "Voices of the Land: Poetry and songs from Crotlieve" in Newry and Mourne. This programme will focus on the cultural heritage of the Crotlieve area through an exploration of local poetry and song. Participants will engage in a structured programme of workshops, guided site visits, facilitated group writing sessions, and a concluding showcase event.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008389-2026 |
| 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 | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 16 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £19,545 |
| Lots value | £19,545 |
| 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

- 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

- 30 Jan 2026 at 11:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008389-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/008389-2026
  30th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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