T24-213BUS PEACEPLUS Distance Travelled Reissue

Derry City and Strabane District Council has awarded a contract titled “T24-213BUS PEACEPLUS Distance Travelled Reissue” for engaging with the Travelling Community and other diverse groups around Strabane, including cross-border areas such as Lifford, Donegal, and Inishowen. This service procurement, valued at £59,000, targets 20 participants from each of the Travelling Community, BAME identities, Catholic/Nationalist/Republican identities, and Protestant/Unionist/Loyalist identities to engage in cultural diversity and peer learning activities. The contract has been awarded to Strabane Aye and the procurement stage is in the Award phase as of 13 March 2025, with engagements occurring at various venues throughout the region.

This contract offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in community engagement, cultural programming, and adult education services, particularly those with expertise in working with diverse and marginalised communities. Companies with experience in delivering social inclusion and peer learning projects will find this tender well-aligned with their capabilities. The procurement method is an open procedure, ensuring a transparent and competitive tendering process, making it an excellent growth opportunity for SMEs and other suitable businesses keen on making an impact in the community services sector.