WELCOME

Business Improvement District’s (BIDs) have been operational worldwide for nearly 20 years. They are a proven regeneration tool providing, not just multi-million pound investment, but also giving businesses, working with public agencies, a genuine means by which to take control of their trading environment.

BIDs originated in Canada and the USA where there are thousands currently active, including 60 in New York alone. There are over 240 BIDs operational across the UK, since their introduction in 2004. There is also a growing number in the Republic of Ireland since the legislation was introduced in 2008.

BIDs legislation was introduced in Northern Ireland in July 2014. To kick start the process the Department for Social Development funded the first NI BIDs Academy which was delivered by The Mosaic Partnership and Place Solutions. This Academy has been a phenomenal success and has resulted in strong YES votes for all 6 of the pilot locations. Over 3,000 businesses participated in the BID pilots bringing an additional £12 million investment from the BID levy over the next 5 years.

Harnessing the experience and lessons learnt from delivering BIDs in the unique Northern Ireland context, The Mosaic Partnership and Place Solutions have combined forces to create a brand new entity - NI BIDs. NI BIDs will bring together the national and international experience of every aspect of BID development provided by The Mosaic Partnership for over 10 years, and the delivery of over 75 BIDs, with a sound understanding of NI policy and funding, local government structures, economic development, regeneration and tourism. NI BIDs will be further supported by experienced Project Managers to create unrivalled expertise and a comprehensive support package for this exciting and new concept.

NI BIDs is aimed at potential new BIDs and existing BIDs. NI BIDs will offer a wide range of support packages to suit individual needs and budgets of all locations, whether it is a town or city centre, business or industrial park or a tourism destination. We provide on-the-ground and online support and a suite of documentation which has been tailored to meet NI legislation. Our packages include:

  • A comprehensive resource and support package for potential new BIDs including feasibility, development, campaign and implementation phases.
  • Provide on-going support and good practice for operational BIDs on all aspects of managing a BID, from company set up and effective governance to developing the right projects and working with key stakeholders.
  • Recruitment, training & capacity building for BID Managers, Task Team and board members.
  • Networking Opportunities for all those involved in BIDs to share intelligence and good practice.


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WELCOME

Business Improvement District’s (BIDs) have been operational worldwide for nearly 20 years. They are a proven regeneration tool providing, not just multi-million pound investment, but also giving businesses, working with public agencies, a genuine means by which to take control of their trading environment.

BIDs originated in Canada and the USA where there are thousands currently active, including 60 in New York alone. There are over 240 BIDs operational across the UK, since their introduction in 2004. There is also a growing number in the Republic of Ireland since the legislation was introduced in 2008.

BIDs legislation was introduced in Northern Ireland in July 2014. To kick start the process the Department for Social Development funded the first NI BIDs Academy which was delivered by The Mosaic Partnership and Place Solutions. This Academy has been a phenomenal success and has resulted in strong YES votes for 5 out of the 6 locations that have gone to ballot to date. (Enniskillen will go to ballot in October 2016). Over 3,000 businesses participated in the BID pilots bringing an additional £12 million investment from the BID levy over the next 5 years.

Harnessing the experience and lessons learnt from delivering BIDs in the unique Northern Ireland context, The Mosaic Partnership and Place Solutions have combined forces to create a brand new entity - NIBIDs. NIBIDs will bring together the national and international experience of every aspect of BID development provided by The Mosaic Partnership for over 10 years, and the delivery of over 75 BIDs, with a sound understanding of NI policy and funding, local government structures, economic development, regeneration and tourism. NIBIDs will be further supported by experienced Project Managers to create unrivalled expertise and a comprehensive support package for this exciting and new concept.

NIBIDs is aimed at potential new BIDs and existing BIDs. NI BIDs will offer a wide range of support packages to suit individual needs and budgets of all locations, whether it is a town or city centre, business or industrial park or a tourism destination. We provide on-the-ground and online support and a suite of documentation which has been tailored to meet NI legislation. Our packages include:

  • A comprehensive resource and support package for potential new BIDs including feasibility, development, campaign and implementation phases.
  • Provide on-going support and good practice for operational BIDs on all aspects of managing a BID, from company set up and effective governance to developing the right projects and working with key stakeholders.
  • Recruitment, training & capacity building for BID Managers, Task Team and board members.
  • Networking Opportunities for all those involved in BIDs to share intelligence and good practice.

Learn more
Guide
The Essential Ten Step Guide

At The Mosaic Partnership, we have developed The Essential Ten Step guide to ensure that the BID process is adaptable and acheiveable for any town, city or location. To get your Northern Ireland specific copy for free, follow the link below.

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Pilot
The BIDs Pilot

The Mosaic Partnership and Place Solutions were appointed to provide guidance and support to six locations during this BIDs pilot project covering: Ballymena, Belfast, Cathedral Quarter Belfast, Enniskillen, Newry and Strabanne.

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Support
Support and Networking

We are here to help. Whatever your requirements, whatever the level of support you need, we can provide a workable solution for your budget. If you'd like to learn more about our support, you can find our FAQs and some resources using the link below.

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Testimonials

"Originally I was sceptical about BIDs, their logic and rationale behind them. The Mosaic Partnership has helped to reinforce that they are, in reality, a very valuable and in some cases an essential vehicle to enhance the fabric and wellbeing of our town centres and cities. I began just wanting to learn and observe but along the way I became inspired."

Michael Stewart, Hudson Bar, Belfast

"Marketing and place promotion are vitally important for attracting students to Ulster University. The CQ area has enormous potential and provides an excitiing and inspiring environment for the Ulster University campus to flourish and contribute to the dynamic of the Cathedral Quarter."

Professor Alastair Adair, Pro Vice Chancellor - Ulster University, Cathedral Quarter

"A BID would mean a better and more positive City for everyone – business owners, employers, employees, families and communities. It would enable projects to go ahead and to make the City a far more attractive and forward thinking place to bring business and visitors to."

Suzanne Murdock, The Hub, Newry

"Over the past 15 years, I have seen Cathedral Quarter grow from a state of neglect and near dereliction into Belfast’s most vibrant shared space filled with arts, culture and a great nightlife. The BID represents our best chance to shape the future and ensure that we keep this area special through times of challenge, change and opportunity"

Will Chamberlain, Director, Belfast Community Circus School
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