CA17031 - RFQ 2025/50 - Provision to Operate a Service of Outdoor Visitor Attractions at Castle Park Newcastle

Description: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council are seeking to appoint a suitable operator for the management and operations of seasonal visitor attractions at Castle Park, Newcastle, County Down To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17031. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17031 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is seeking a suitable operator to manage and operate seasonal outdoor visitor attractions at Castle Park in Newcastle, County Down. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Fair and amusement park services" with a classification code of 92331000. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, and interested parties must submit their proposals by 30th January 2026, with the contract period starting from 1st April 2026 and concluding on 30th September 2026. The procurement method is an open procedure, allowing a broad range of potential suppliers to apply.

RFQ 2025/50 - Provision to Operate a Service of Outdoor Visitor Attractions at Castle Park Newcastle

Description: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council are seeking to appoint a suitable operator for the management and operations of seasonal visitor attractions at Castle Park, Newcastle, County Down. Initial contract will be for one year, with a possible extension following review for a further 4 years.

Summary: The procurement process involves Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) seeking suitable operators to manage and operate seasonal outdoor visitor attractions at Castle Park, Newcastle, County Down. The project falls under the fair and amusement park services category, with procurement being conducted under an open competition method. The current stage is the Tender stage, with the opportunity open for submissions until 30th January 2026, and enquiries being accepted until 27th January 2026. The initial contract is scheduled to start on 1st April 2026 and run through 30th September 2026, with potential extensions available. With a total project value of £30,000, this is a light-touch procurement aimed at enhancing public service offerings.

CA17016 - Tender 08/2025 - Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down.

Description: Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe Operator and provide a supporting Mobile Vendor service at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA17016. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA17016 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) has initiated a tender process for the appointment of a suitably experienced Cafè and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, located in Castlewellan, Co Down. This opportunity, titled "CA17016 - Tender 08/2025," falls under the industry category of canteen and catering services and is open for submissions until 6th February 2026. The contract is scheduled to commence on 1st April 2026 and will extend until 31st March 2029. The procurement is at the tender stage and follows an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive bidding process.

Tender 08/2025 - Appointment of a suitably experienced Cafe and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down.

Description: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (the "Council") manage Castlewellan Forest Park. In partnership with the National Lottery Heritage Fund, Council are nearing completion of a major construction project to redevelop the Walled Garden and historic Grange buildings, including a new 2-storey Cafe, Visitor Information Centre, Education Centre, Event Space and refurbished public toilets. In preparation for project completion, Council now wishes to appoint a suitably experienced caterer to operate the new Cafe and to provide a supporting mobile vending service in the adjoining car park. The aim of the mobile vending service is to help meet demand at peak visitor periods. The contract is anticipated to commence on a phased basis from Sunday 1st April 2026.

Summary: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is currently in the Tender stage for a new procurement opportunity titled "Tender 08/2025 - Appointment of a suitably experienced Café and Mobile Vendor Operator at Castlewellan Forest Park, Castlewellan, Co Down." The industry category is services, specifically canteen and catering services, and the location for the project is United Kingdom. The procurement method is open, utilising a below-threshold open competition approach. Interested parties should note the key dates, with the tender period ending on 6th February 2026, and the contract is anticipated to start on 1st April 2026. The tender invites electronic submissions, enhancing accessibility for businesses.

CA16994 - RFQ 2025/49 - Arboricultural Storm Clearance of the Southern Trail Head and Other Trees at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down

Description: Arboricultural Storm Clearance of the Southern Trail Head and Other Trees at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down. Tree works & clearance that are undertaken must be completed in a timely and highly professional manner by staff that are competent in the tasks expected of them and aware of the sensitive nature of the works that they undertake. The maintenance, making safe and conservation of the council's tree resource is paramount to outdoor locations across the district. Clearance and post storm rectification works are paramount to this. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16994. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16994 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is initiating a procurement process for the arboricultural storm clearance at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down, under the tender titled "CA16994 - RFQ 2025/49". This tender is classified within the tree-clearing services industry category and includes additional services such as tree-cutting and tree-maintenance. The procurement process is currently at the Tender stage with an open procedure method, inviting bids until the deadline on 19th January 2026. The services are intended to be carried out at several locations, primarily in the United Kingdom, but also extending to regions like the Channel Islands, Europe, and the Rest of the World. The contract period is scheduled from 2nd February to 27th February 2026.

RFQ 2025/49 - Arboricultural Storm Clearance of the Southern Trail Head and Other Trees at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down

Description: Arboricultural Storm Clearance of the Southern Trail Head and Other Trees at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down. Tree works & clearance that are undertaken must be completed in a timely and highly professional manner by staff that are competent in the tasks expected of them and aware of the sensitive nature of the works that they undertake. The maintenance, making safe and conservation of the council's tree resource is paramount to outdoor locations across the district. Clearance and post storm rectification works are paramount to this.

Summary: The procurement process announced by Newry, Mourne and Down District Council involves a tender for "RFQ 2025/49 - Arboricultural Storm Clearance of the Southern Trail Head and Other Trees at Castlewellan Forest Park, Co Down". As part of their public undertaking, this project encompasses tree-clearing, cutting, and maintenance services. The tender is in the active stage and follows an open procurement method, falling under services in the industry category. The Council has mandated that all works must be performed professionally by competent staff, with a keen awareness of the sensitivity involved in such operations. Interested parties should note the submission deadline for tenders is set for 19th January 2026 at noon, following an enquiry period that ends on 15th January 2026. The contract period will run from 2nd to 27th February 2026, with the entire process overseen in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.

CA16991 - ITT 27/2025 - ICT Appointment for Castlewellan FP Tree Tops Access Linkages

Description: Newry, Mourne & Down District Council wishes to appoint the expertise of a suitably qualified Integrated Consultancy Team under the NEC Professional Services - Short Contract, to provide comprehensive design and project services for this project, from RIBA Stage 2 up to the conclusion of RIBA Stage 3. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16991. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16991 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is seeking proposals for the "ITT 27/2025 - ICT Appointment for Castlewellan FP Tree Tops Access Linkages," an integrated consultancy service specialising in architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services. This procurement, currently in the tender stage, is under an open procedure, open for submissions until 2nd February 2026. The project focuses on the design and project services from RIBA Stage 2 to Stage 3, covering various locations, including the British Overseas Territories, Channel Islands, Europe, Isle of Man, the United Kingdom, and the Rest of the World. The service contract is scheduled to commence on 23rd February 2026 and conclude by 30th September 2026.

ITT 27/2025 - ICT Appointment for Castlewellan FP Tree Tops Access Linkages

Description: Newry, Mourne & Down District Council wishes to appoint the expertise of a suitably qualified Integrated Consultancy Team under the NEC Professional Services - Short Contract, to provide comprehensive design and project services for this project, from RIBA Stage 2 up to the conclusion of RIBA Stage 3. Please note that that there are limited RIBA Stages 0-1 for the new ICT, as Council have already completed the Feasibility and Consultation Processes for the overall Tree Tops project, of which these ancillary access linkages and services costs were considered part of.

Summary: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is conducting a public procurement process with the aim of appointing an Integrated Consultancy Team (ICT) for the Castlewellan FP Tree Tops Access Linkages project. The procurement is under the status of 'active' and is classified under the architectural, construction, engineering, and inspection services industry category. The process is currently in the tender stage, with the deadline for the submission of bids set for 2nd February 2026. The project value is estimated at a gross amount of £60,000 with a net amount of £50,000. This is an open competition under the procurement method "Below threshold - open competition," and the focus of this tender is to provide design and project services from RIBA Stage 2 to Stage 3.

CA16984 - RFQ 2025/48 - Supply of Cemetery Ride On Collection Mower

Description: Council requires the supply of highly maneuverable ride on collection mower. Precise control for maintenance around memorial items and headstones etc. is vital. To access this competition: Registered: Login to https://suppliers.multiquote.com and view the opportunity CA16984. Not registered: Visit https://suppliers.multiquote.com then register and quote CA16984 as the reason for registration. Any queries please contact MultiQuote on 0151 482 9230.

Summary: Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) has initiated a procurement process for the supply of a highly manoeuvrable ride-on collection mower, detailed under the reference CA16984. This tender falls under the industry category of lawnmowers, with secondary classifications for lawn, park, or sports-ground mowers. The contract, which is in the tender stage with an open procurement method, was published on 9th January 2026 and the tender period will conclude on 26th January 2026. The delivery is expected across various locations, including British Overseas Territories and the United Kingdom, with the contract performance period scheduled from 9th February to 9th March 2026.

RFQ 2025/48 - Supply of Cemetery Ride On Collection Mower

Description: Council requires the supply of highly maneuverable ride on collection mower. Precise control for maintenance around memorial items and headstones etc. is vital.

Summary: The Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting tenders for the supply of a highly manoeuvrable ride-on collection mower, detailed under the title "RFQ 2025/48 - Supply of Cemetery Ride On Collection Mower". This procurement process, initiated on 9th January 2026, is in an active tender stage and falls under the industry category of lawnmowers, specifically designed for precise maintenance around memorials and headstones. Set in Newry, United Kingdom, this tender is open to competition with a submission deadline of 26th January 2026. Interested parties can make enquiries up until 21st January 2026, and the contract is expected to be executed between 9th February and 9th March 2026. The estimated value of the contract is £21,000, with a gross cost of £25,200.