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title: "RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS \"Thriving Together\" - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-06bce4"
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published: "2026-06-25"
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# RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS "Thriving Together" - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06bce4

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## Summary

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is inviting competent consultancy companies to tender for a project titled "RFQ 2026/16 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS 'Thriving Together' - Woven Through Time - Exploring the Shared Heritage of Bessbrook". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically focusing on recreational, cultural, and educational services, with potential delivery in the United Kingdom. The current stage of the procurement is Tender, and the process is open with a tender submission deadline set for 23rd July 2026. This initiative is a below-threshold, open competition, reflecting the council's commitment to inclusiveness and community engagements.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses that specialise in consultancy, education, cultural events, or heritage-focused programmes. The project involves creating a structured programme that includes expert-led talks and workshops, encouraging community engagement and cultural understanding. SMEs and VCSEs are particularly encouraged to apply, as the project facilitates business growth through innovative cultural initiatives and community development. The project's contract period runs from 3rd August to 30th November 2026, offering a defined timeline for execution and collaboration. Businesses with a focus on connecting community heritage with educational and recreational services would find this opportunity well-suited to their capabilities.

## Notice

Competent consultancy companies are hereby invited to tender to design, develop and deliver a structured programme celebrating the history and industrial heritage of Bessbrook. The programme will include a series of expert-led talks and workshops promoting understanding of shared heritage across communities and encouraging reflection on how industrial heritage shapes identity. Participants will take part in a guided historical walking tour of Bessbrook, a relevant study visit and a practical weaving workshop

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059835-2026 |
| 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 | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 23 Jul 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 2 Aug 2026 - 30 Nov 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £8,099 |
| Lots value | £8,099 |
| 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 | 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

- 25 Jun 2026 at 11:51 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059835-2026
- 25 Jun 2026 at 10:24 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059762-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059835-2026
  25th June 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059762-2026
  25th June 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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