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Appointment of a Service Provider to Develop the Social Supermarket Network and Deliver a Community Growing and Food Skills Programme Supported by PEACEPLUS

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council · Local authority

In brief

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is looking for suppliers for care and training work (Northern Ireland).

The estimated value is £165,000 excluding VAT.

The contract runs for 25 months, starting 4 January 2027.

Bids close at 11:59pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026.

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Key dates

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Competition

Typical: a median of 3 bids per contract for this buyer (from 16 awards in the last 12 months).

What the notice says

The purpose of this tender is to establish a coordinated and sustainable service across multiple social supermarket locations and partner organisations. The Contractor shall deliver two complementary workstreams in line with the objectives under Theme 1Building Peaceful and Thriving Communities: Workstream 1 Development of a sustainable food supply network for participating social supermarkets. Workstream 2 Delivery of a community growing and food skills programme across five participating locations. Building on this local network, the project will address immediate needs associated with food poverty and food insecurity while helping participants develop a more positive and sustainable relationship with food. Delivery will include practical activity focused on health and nutrition, cooking and eating well on a budget, community growing and shared meals. Participants will be supported to make informed dietary choice, gain the confidence, skills and knowledge to purchase, grow and prepare food that meets their needs and reduce barriers relating to cost, choice and access.

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How to bid

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  3. Submit your bid through the buyer's e-tendering portal: www.etendersni.gov.uk.
  4. Send clarification questions before 11:59pm, Wednesday 11 November 2026.
  5. Make sure your bid arrives before 11:59pm, Wednesday 18 November 2026. Late bids are usually rejected.

Timeline

  1. Tender notice · UK4, notice 101389-2026

About the buyer

Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough CouncilLast 12 months

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96

Awards

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From notice 101389-2026 on Find a Tender, first published 27 October 2026. We last checked for changes on 27 October 2026.