RFQ2025/35 - NMANDD PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan Cultural Programme - "Disability and Creativity Festival" for the Newry, Mourne and Down District Council area.

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD) is inviting competent consultancy companies to tender for the design, development, and delivery of the "Disability and Creativity Festival" as part of their PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan Cultural Programme. This procurement, tagged under categories like recreational, cultural, and community services, focuses on promoting inclusion and celebrating the artistic talents of disabled individuals through various creative workshops and events. The tender is currently in the 'tender' stage, with key dates including the enquiry period ending on 21st November 2025 and the tender period closing on 27th November 2025.

The process is open and below the threshold, allowing for broad competition in the United Kingdom, specifically within the Newry, Mourne and Down district. This opportunity presents a viable path for businesses in consultancy, cultural programme management, and community engagement to expand their portfolios by contributing to a socially impactful project. Companies with experience in organising large-scale events, particularly those championing disability inclusion and creativity, would find this tender particularly beneficial.

The contract is especially suitable for SMEs and VCSEs, given the emphasis on inclusive participation. With a contract period commencing on 1st January 2026 and concluding on 31st August 2026, this project lays a foundation for both community benefit and business growth within the relevant sectors.