Tender

Gravedigging

KIRBY MUXLOE PARISH COUNCIL

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TenderAmendment

14 Jan 2026 at 09:44

TenderAmendment

14 Jan 2026 at 09:39

Tender

24 Feb 2023 at 13:28

Summary of the contracting process

Kirby Muxloe Parish Council in Leicestershire is seeking bids for a gravedigging contract at Desford Road Cemetery, closest postcode LE9 2BD. The procurement process is at the tender amendment stage, with the tender titled "Gravedigging" and classified under the grave-digging work industry. The contract is valued at £16,500 and is set for a fixed term of three years, commencing on 1st April 2026. Interested parties must submit their tenders by 12 noon on 11th February 2026. The procurement method used is a direct, single tender action below the threshold, indicating the process is straightforward and likely prioritises simplicity and rapid award.

This tender creates opportunities for businesses specialising in excavation and burial services to expand their portfolio within the public sector. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will find this tender particularly suitable due to its structured nature and direct procurement method. Companies with experience in cemetery management and maintenance would be well-positioned to compete, potentially enhancing their standing and visibility within this niche market if successful. The structured nature of the contract allows businesses to plan resource allocation and financial management effectively over the three-year term.

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Notice Title

Gravedigging

Notice Description

Kirby Muxloe Parish Council is located in Leicestershire and are responsible for the gravedigging within Desford Road Cemetery (closest postcode LE9 2BD) The details can be located in the Tender documentation. While a value for the contract has been inserted, this is obviously dependent on need. The contract is a three year fixed term contract commencing on 1st April 2026. Tenders should be sent by post or delivered by hand in a sealed envelope marked: PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL Parish Clerk Kirby Muxloe Parish Council Station Road Kirby Muxloe Leicestershire LE9 2EN To arrive no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 11th February 2026.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-0d659bea-b631-4618-89e6-998894c6d148
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a371bdb8-b15e-4de1-b9ad-3689b929bff1
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112410 - Grave-digging work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
KIRBY MUXLOE PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
KIRBY MUXLOE
Postcode
LE9 2EN
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Kirby Muxloe
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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