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title: "ITT 43/2026 - PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships"
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buyer: "NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)"
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# ITT 43/2026 - PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships

Buyer: NEWRY, MOURNE AND DOWN DISTRICT COUNCIL (NMD)  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-06c39b

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## Summary

The "PEACEPLUS Collaborative Interaction Programme - Sustaining Cross Community Relationships" tender process is initiated by the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) in the United Kingdom, specifically in Newry. The procurement is in the tender stage, seeking submissions by 5th August 2026. The initiative focuses mainly on services across multiple sectors, including recreational, cultural, educational, community, social, and health services. The programme aims to build and sustain cross-community relationships through seven standalone projects in each District Electoral Area (DEA), fostering inclusive dialogue and community empowerment. This open competition is carried out under the "Below threshold" procurement method and adheres to light-touch regime specifications, being particularly suitable for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary community and social enterprise (VCSE) sectors.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses engaged in community, social, cultural, educational, and health services, facilitating growth through projects addressing community relations and inclusivity. Firms with expertise in fostering peacebuilding initiatives, leadership development, or providing social and emotional support will find this particularly relevant. Businesses that can effectively engage communities in contested spaces and contribute to long-term reconciliation through structured contact and capacity-building activities are well-suited to compete for this contract, which covers a one-year period starting from 1st September 2026. The contract holds a considerable value, encouraging competitive bids and innovative approaches to meet the project's objectives.

## Notice

As part of the PEACEPLUS Action Plan, NMDDC will deliver a series of Collaborative Interaction Programmes under Strand 2 - Thriving and Peaceful Communities. Strand 2 comprises eight priority projects that collectively aim to build capacity, develop leadership, strengthen cross community relationships, provide social and emotional support, and deliver inclusive events, festivals, and community justice initiatives. Within this strand, the Sustaining Cross Community Relations Programme seeks to build on the relationships, trust, and learning developed through previous PEACE and Council programmes. The programme will consist of seven standalone projects, one in each District Electoral Area (DEA), and will focus on engaging individuals and communities who have been less involved in peacebuilding to date--particularly those living in or affected by contested spaces. To deliver seven standalone cross community projects--one in each DEA--engaging individuals and communities who are not typically involved in peacebuilding. Through structured contact, facilitated dialogue, and capacity building, the programme will strengthen relationships, empower communities, and support the development of shared visions for local areas. This work will contribute to the gradual removal of psychological and physical barriers and promote long term reconciliation. The programme will also help communities identify key issues affecting them, create safe opportunities for dialogue, and address behaviours or tensions that may exclude or intimidate individuals based on religion, race, or other identity factors.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062874-2026 |
| 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 | 3 Jul 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 5 Aug 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Aug 2026 - 31 Aug 2027 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,304 |
| Lots value | £70,304 |
| 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
- 85 - Health and social work services
- 92 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 80000000 - Education and training services
- 85000000 - Health and social work services
- 92000000 - Recreational, cultural and sporting services
- 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

## Release History

- 3 Jul 2026 at 13:54 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062874-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/062874-2026
  3rd July 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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