Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Local Economic Partnership Trade Mission Programme 2027 - 2028

The Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council Local Economic Partnership Trade Mission Programme 2027 - 2028 is a solicitation for a delivery agent to design, manage, and execute four trade missions between January 2027 and March 2028. The program aims to support at least 60 eligible SMEs through market preparation, tailored business matchmaking, in-market support, and post-mission follow-up to help them assess new markets and pursue export opportunities. The scope includes two European Union trade missions with up to 14 SMEs each, one Republic of Ireland mission for up to 14 SMEs, and one Great Britain mission for up to 18 SMEs. The total estimated value of the contract is 252,000 GBP, including VAT, with a performance period estimated from December 21, 2026, to March 31, 2028. The procurement process follows a competitive flexible procedure with a submission deadline of December 11, 2026. Award decisions are based on the Most Economically Advantageous Tender (MAT) criteria, with a heavy weighting of 90% on quality and 10% on cost. Quality evaluations will focus on the bidder's understanding of the brief, proposed methodology, and team expertise and experience. The delivery agent must ensure that the program complements and does not duplicate existing initiatives funded by the Department for the Economy or delivered by Invest Northern Ireland and other public organizations.