CA18488 - RFQ2026/37 - Appointment of Specialist Consultancy Team to present options regarding appropriate operating models for a new Theatre and Conference facility in Newry City.

This tender closed on 7 October 2026.

Buyer
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council (NMD)
Value
£29,000
Closed
7 October 2026
Where
Newry, Northern Ireland
Type
Open tender

In plain English

Newry, Mourne and Down District Council is hiring a specialist consultancy team to study different ways to run a new Theatre and Conference Centre in Newry City. They want recommendations on the best operating model that will attract audiences, support artists, and make the facility financially sustainable.

What the buyer wants

• Assess potential operating models (public sector, private sector, charity, partnership, etc.) for the new facility • Analyse financial viability, audience development, and artistic programming for each option • Provide written recommendations on which operating model is best suited to the Council's goals

Requirements

What could rule a small business out: This contract requires specialist consultancy expertise in theatre operations and business strategy, a general tradesperson or small builder would not be qualified to bid.

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