Summary of the contracting process

Wigan Council has issued a tender for the "616 - Community Funeral Service" under the industry category of Funeral and related services (CPV: 98370000). This procurement process, currently at the tender stage, is an open procedure below the threshold and is accessible to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs). Worth an estimated £87,000, the contract begins on 7th February 2025 and runs until 6th February 2028. The tender period closes on 9th January 2025 at 12:00 PM. The service ensures dignified arrangements for individuals who pass away within the Wigan Borough when there are no next of kin to manage the funeral.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialized in funeral and related services to expand their footprint within the public sector. Given its focus on community service, SMEs and VCSEs that can provide respectful and dignified funeral services are well-positioned to bid. Success in securing this contract can enhance business credibility and provide steady revenue over the contract duration. The procurement method being open ensures fair competition, allowing capable businesses to showcase their services and support the council in fulfilling its statutory duty.

Tender

616 - Community Funeral Service.

WIGAN COUNCIL

Contract Timeline

Publication Date

5th December 2024 14:52:56 PM

Tender Deadline

9th January 2025 12:00:00 PM 7 days remaining
Contract Summary

Wigan Council have a statutory duty under the provisions of Section 46 of the Public Health Act 1984 to arrange a funeral for a person who passes away within the Wigan Borough and next of kin, relatives or friends are unable to arrange their loved one's funeral. The Community Funeral Service is designed to ensure all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and service delivery is rooted in a dignified manner, linking in with the person's family, friends and neighbours to provide a funeral which is in keeping with the person's wishes. Further details and associated documentation relating to this opportunity can be found on the Chest procurement portal (www.the-chest.org.uk).
Contract Details

Open Contracting ID

ocds-b5fd17-02e5fe0f-b3f9-4fe7-b3a9-8b10343cd3f1

Publication Source

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Procurement Stage

Tender

Procurement Method

Open

Procurement Method Details

Open Procedure (below Threshold)

Procurement Category

Services

Tender Suitability

SME VCSE

Framework / DPS
Contract Classification

CPV Code(s)

98370000

CPV Division(s)

98 - Other community, social and personal services
Awarding Authority

WIGAN COUNCIL

Buyer Name

Vicki Calderbank

Buyer Email

V.Calderbank@wigan.gov.uk

Buyer Phone

+44 1942489404

Buyer Address

PO Box 100

Wigan

WN1 3DS

United Kingdom

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616 - Community Funeral Service.

WIGAN COUNCIL

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