Scope
Description
Belfast City Council invites expressions of interest from suitably qualified and experienced providers for the comprehensive management of medical and first aid services in support of the Fleadh Cheoil event. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Establishment and operation of a dedicated medical centre
- Provision and maintenance of appropriate medical equipment
- Deployment of trained medical and first aid personnel
- Supply of suitable vehicles for medical response
- Delivery of relevant training and certification
- Provision of radios or other communication equipment to support medical coordination
The appointed provider must be capable of delivering a robust and responsive medical service that aligns with the scale and sensitivity of the event. As part of the tender process, providers will be required to demonstrate their capacity to cover the necessary number of shifts and deploy sufficient medical personnel, as deemed appropriate by the Council, to ensure public safety throughout the event duration.
This notice is issued for market engagement purposes only and does not constitute a call for competition. Responses will inform the Council's approach to procurement and service design.
Contract dates (estimated)
- 31 January 2026 to 10 August 2026
- 6 months, 11 days
Main procurement category
Services
CPV classifications
- 85143000 - Ambulance services
Contract locations
- UKN - Northern Ireland
Engagement
Engagement deadline
14 November 2025
Engagement process description
Interested suppliers are invited to submit an expression of interest by emailing the Council's Corporate Procurement Services team at cps@belfastcity.gov.uk. Upon receipt, a brief scope of requirements document will be issued to help suppliers assess their capacity to deliver the proposed service.
Participation
Particular suitability
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SME)
- Voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSE)
Submission
Publication date of tender notice (estimated)
29 January 2026
Procedure
Special regime
Light touch
Contracting authority
Belfast City Council
- Public Procurement Organisation Number: PQXY-5321-CGZM
9-21 Adelaide Street
Belfast
BT2 8DJ
United Kingdom
Email: cps@belfastcity.gov.uk
Region: UKN06 - Belfast
Organisation type: Public authority - sub-central government
Devolved regulations that apply: Northern Ireland