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DfC - National Museums NI - Exhibition Interpretation Production (Graphics)

Description: National Museums NI requires a Supplier to provide the production, delivery and installation of exhibition interpretation graphics across its museum sites, including wallpapers, panels, vinyl graphics, signage and related display materials, to support temporary and permanent exhibitions.

Summary: National Museums Northern Ireland (NMNI) is procuring exhibition interpretation graphics for its museum sites across Northern Ireland. The requirement covers the production, delivery and installation of materials supporting temporary and permanent exhibitions, including wallpapers, graphic display panels, vinyl graphics, signage and related display materials. This is a specialist exhibition graphics and museum display production service, combining graphic design, fabrication, logistics and on-site installation. NMNI is the buyer, with the Supplies and Services Division of Construction and Procurement Delivery managing the procurement for the Northern Ireland public sector. Suppliers should be able to deliver consistently across multiple museum locations and work to exhibition-specific requirements for both temporary and permanent displays.

ID 6231332 - National Museums NI - Conservation and Restoration of Maritime Collections

Description: National Museums NI seeks to appoint an ICON-accredited (ACR status or equivalent) Supplier to undertake conservation on each of the four priority maritime vessels Mary Joseph, Children's Hope, The Fancy and The Result. The conservation work on Mary Joseph and Children's Hope will commence on award of contract. The conservation work on The Fancy will commence in April 2027 while conservation work on The Result which is broken down into Phase 1 and Phase 2 will commence in September 2027. The commencement of Phase 2 will be dependant on budgets and NMNI operational requirements. Please see the CfT documents for details.

Summary: National Museums NI is seeking one specialist supplier to conserve and restore four priority maritime vessels: Mary Joseph, Children’s Hope, The Fancy and The Result. The work covers vessel conservation and restoration, including The Result’s two phases, for museum collections. The services fall within preservation of museum exhibits and ship repair and maintenance (CPV 92521210). Mary Joseph and Children’s Hope require work from contract award; The Fancy and The Result are scheduled for later delivery. The work will be delivered in Northern Ireland. National Museums NI is the buyer, with CPD – Supplies & Services Division providing the central procurement function and managing the competition for the Northern Ireland public sector. The requirement is offered as one coordinated contract covering all four vessels.

Appointment of an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services Contract

Description: Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process to appoint an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services contract. Prior to initiating the procurement, the Council is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) Exercise. The Council is currently preparing a scope of requirements for the appointment of an Operator to manage and operate its leisure facilities, principally the Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex (AULC) and Queens Leisure Complex (QLC) (excluding the community centre footprint at QLC), together with the delivery of an Active Communities Programme encompassing sport and physical activity development and community outreach. The project aims to deliver six core Strategic Objectives spanning Active and Healthy Communities, Inclusive and Accessible Leisure for All, Active Opportunities Across the Life Course, (read more...)

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is preparing to appoint an operating partner to manage and operate its leisure services. The scope principally covers Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex and Queens Leisure Complex, excluding the community centre footprint at Queens Leisure Complex, together with an Active Communities Programme for sport, physical activity development and community outreach. The operator will run, maintain and manage the facilities, support customer experience and engagement, and contribute to inclusive and accessible leisure, active communities, effective partnerships and environmental sustainability. Services include facility operations, statutory compliance, maintenance, booking and data systems, fitness and leisure provision, community outreach, and improvements supporting energy efficiency and net zero objectives. Delivery is in the Ards and North Down area of Northern Ireland.

Appointment of an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services Contract

Description: Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) is currently preparing to initiate a procurement process to appoint an Operating Partner for a Leisure Services contract. Prior to initiating the procurement, the Council is undertaking a Preliminary Market Engagement (PME) Exercise. The Council is currently preparing a scope of requirements for the appointment of an Operator to manage and operate its leisure facilities, principally the Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex (AULC) and Queens Leisure Complex (QLC) (excluding the community centre footprint at QLC), together with the delivery of an Active Communities Programme encompassing sport and physical activity development and community outreach. The project aims to deliver six core Strategic Objectives spanning Active and Healthy Communities, Inclusive and Accessible Leisure for All, Active Opportunities Across the Life Course, (read more...)

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is preparing to appoint an operating partner to manage and operate its leisure services. The scope principally covers Bangor Aurora Aquatic and Leisure Complex and Queens Leisure Complex, excluding the community centre footprint at Queens Leisure Complex, together with an Active Communities Programme for sport, physical activity development and community outreach. The operator will run, maintain and manage the facilities, support customer experience and engagement, and contribute to inclusive and accessible leisure, active communities, effective partnerships and environmental sustainability. Services include facility operations, statutory compliance, maintenance, booking and data systems, fitness and leisure provision, community outreach, and improvements supporting energy efficiency and net zero objectives. Delivery is in the Ards and North Down area of Northern Ireland.

ANDBC Tender for the Loading, Transport and Treatment of Container Glass Collected in the Borough.

Description: Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council for the Loading, Transport and Treatment of Container Glass Collected in the Borough.

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is procuring services for the loading, transport and treatment of container glass collected within the borough. The requirement covers the complete movement and processing chain, including haulage from collection points, acceptance at suitable facilities, and treatment of the glass. It is a waste management and recycling opportunity, classified under refuse recycling, disposal and treatment, and wider waste-related services. The work is to be delivered in the Ards and North Down Borough in Northern Ireland. Suppliers should therefore be able to coordinate collection logistics with compliant glass-processing operations and provide clear evidence that their facilities and transport arrangements can support the Council’s operational requirements.

ANDBC Tender for the Provision of Marine Work Services

Description: Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) for the Provision of Marine Work Services. The Council currently operate 5 harbours - Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert and Cook St. Portaferry. In addition, the Council is responsible for a number of navigational aids, situated throughout the surrounding Coastal area. The majority of the basic operational tasks at the Harbours are carried out by a Council Harbours' team. However, there are additional tasks that require assistance or a specialist skillset and include both Planned Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance. The Council wishes to appoint a suitably qualified Contractor to undertake these additional tasks.

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is procuring marine work services for its five harbours: Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert and Cook St. Portaferry. The requirement covers additional specialist support beyond the Council’s routine harbour operations, including planned maintenance and reactive maintenance of harbour assets, marine equipment and related facilities. It also covers work associated with navigational aids across the surrounding coastal area. The main category is marine services, including repair, maintenance and marine-base support services. The contract may require delivery at locations within Zones 1 and 2 identified in the tender documents, as well as the named harbours. This is a single service requirement managed and paid for by Ards and North Down Borough Council.

ANDBC Tender for the Supply and Delivery of Parks Plant and Machinery

Description: Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council for the supply and delivery of the following machines and vehicles: Lot 1: Two (2no) Mid Mount Ride on Mower Tractors, Lot 2: Three (3no) Front Deck Ride on Mowers, Lot 3: One (1no) Tracked Woodchipper, Lot 4: Greens Machinery: One (1no) Tractor Mounted Scarifier, One (1no) Motorised Top-dressing spreader, One (1no) Tractor Mounted Dimple Seeder, One (1no) Tractor Mounted Groomer and, Lot 5: Tractor Implement: One (1no) rear mounted flail.

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is buying parks and grounds-maintenance plant and machinery for delivery in Bangor and the surrounding borough. The requirement is divided into five lots: two mid-mount ride-on mower tractors; three front-deck ride-on mowers; one tracked woodchipper; greens machinery comprising a tractor-mounted scarifier, motorised top-dressing spreader, tractor-mounted dimple seeder and tractor-mounted groomer; and one rear-mounted flail tractor implement. This is a goods procurement covering lawn, park and sports-ground mowers, woodchipping equipment, tractor accessories and related machinery. Suppliers may bid for one lot, several lots or all five, and different suppliers may be appointed to different lots. Small and medium-sized businesses are identified as suitable for each lot.

ANDBC Tender for the Provision of Marine Work Services

Description: Tenders are sought by Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) for the Provision of Marine Work Services. The Council currently operate 5 harbours - Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert and Cook St. Portaferry. In addition, the Council is responsible for a number of navigational aids, situated throughout the surrounding Coastal area. The majority of the basic operational tasks at the Harbours are carried out by a Council Harbours' team. However, there are additional tasks that require assistance or a specialist skillset and include both Planned Maintenance and Reactive Maintenance. The Council wishes to appoint a suitably qualified Contractor to undertake these additional tasks.

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is procuring marine work services for its five harbours: Groomsport, Donaghadee, Ballywalter, Ballyhalbert and Cook St. Portaferry. The requirement covers additional specialist support beyond the Council’s routine harbour operations, including planned maintenance and reactive maintenance of harbour assets, marine equipment and related facilities. It also covers work associated with navigational aids across the surrounding coastal area. The main category is marine services, including repair, maintenance and marine-base support services. The contract may require delivery at locations within Zones 1 and 2 identified in the tender documents, as well as the named harbours. This is a single service requirement managed and paid for by Ards and North Down Borough Council.

MICROSOFT ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT

Description: The Contracting Authority wish to procure Microsoft Enterprise licences from a suitably qualified entity. Licences must be provided in line with Document 02 - Specification of Requirements.

Summary: The Radius Housing Association Limited is inviting tenders for a Microsoft Enterprise Agreement to procure Microsoft Enterprise licences. This procurement falls under the competitive flexible procedure and is aimed at providing IT software packages and license management services. The contract is categorised under the 'goods' procurement category and is valued at approximately £840,000 net. Located in Holywood, Northern Ireland, the procurement process adheres to Northern Irish devolved regulations and is currently active at the tender stage. Key dates include a closing date for tender submissions on 6th August 2026, with an award decision expected by 1st September 2026. The planned contract period is from 1st October 2026 to 30th September 2028, with potential extensions allowing for a maximum duration of four years.

ANDBC Preliminary Market Engagement - Development Brief for Site located at Comber Road, Newtownards

Description: Ards and North Down Borough Council (the Council) is undertaking a transparent and informed preliminary market engagement exercise to support the development of a Council owned site located at Comber Road, Newtownards for commercial use. The purpose of this preliminary market engagement is to seek feedback and insights from experienced developers to help shape the specification for the appointment of a Developer. The Council is intending to bring the site to market to attract experienced developers to acquire a long leasehold interest in the land, with a view to delivering a high-quality business or industrial park development that will make a meaningful and lasting contribution to the economic growth of the Borough. Suppliers who wish to participate in the market engagement exercise should complete the pre-market engagement (PME) (read more...)

Summary: Ards and North Down Borough Council is in the planning stage of a procurement process for a development project titled "ANDBC Preliminary Market Engagement - Development Brief for Site located at Comber Road, Newtownards". This initiative falls under the works category, specifically within the development of non-residential real estate and construction work for commercial buildings. The primary goal is to appoint experienced developers to acquire a long leasehold interest in the land and create a high-quality business or industrial park. The procurement is rooted in the Northern Irish devolved regulations, and the development is expected to make a lasting contribution to the economic growth of the Borough. A preliminary market engagement exercise is underway, with a supplier questionnaire as its centrepiece, due for submission by 12 noon on 17th July 2026, to propel the Council's understanding of the current market capabilities and outlooks.