Tender

CLC5175 Provision of Parish Funeral Services

TOWER HAMLETS

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Tender

10 Mar 2017 at 10:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Tower Hamlets is initiating a tender for the contract titled "CLC5175 Provision of Parish Funeral Services." This procurement is categorised under "Other community, social and personal services" and is based in London, England. The contract is scheduled to begin on 3 April 2017 and, subject to performance, may be extended until 31 March 2021. Interested organisations must submit their expressions of interest by 24 March 2017 at 12 Noon through the London Tenders Portal. The estimated total value of the contract is £80,000, with an open procedure being used for the procurement process.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in funeral services and social care, particularly those that can provide both burial and cremation services. Organisations that are well-suited to compete include local funeral service providers and voluntary or community service organisations. The contract's duration and value indicate a steady income stream for successful bidders, making this an attractive opportunity for those in the relevant sectors looking to expand their operations within the Tower Hamlets area.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

CLC5175 Provision of Parish Funeral Services

Notice Description

Contract Title: CLC5175 Parish Funerals The London Borough of Tower Hamlets (LBTH) is seeking expressions of interest from interested organisations for the above services and / or goods. Description: The Authority (LBTH) arranges Burials and Cremations, for residents who die or have been found dead within the Authority's boundaries be it at Hospital, Council or Private Care Home or their own homes where there is no family or third party to complete the funeral arrangements. This includes persons who may be of no fixed abode and who die within the geographical boundary of the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. The Provider shall undertake the Provision of Funeral Services/Arrangements as detailed in the supporting specification. The contract shall commence on the 3 April 2017 and, subject to satisfactory performance, shall continue until 31 March 2019, and following which and at the Authority's absolute discretion, the contract may be extended for up to a maximum of two (2) further years until 31 March 2021. The provider shall provide a price for Burial and a price for cremation. The anticipated contract start date is: Monday, 03 April 2017 The estimated value of the contract is: PS80,000 Total Cost For a period of: 4 years Organisations wishing to express their interest are requested to register on the London Tenders Portal (www.londontenders.org) where the tender documentation will be available for download. You may be required to complete a Selection Questionnaire (SQ). Organisations must ensure that access to the system is available to their representatives dealing with the contract. The council will not be liable for the lack of delegated access within the organisation and will not send any documentation regarding the contract, which shall be exclusively available through the portal. Tenderers are responsible for allowing sufficient time to submit their tender. The Council accepts no liability whatsoever for tenders that are not submitted due to internet connectivity issues, transmission delays or errors. Deadline for expression of interest and / or return of quotation is: Friday, 24 March 2017 12 Noon LBTH is an Equal Opportunities Employer and a supporter of Ethical Governance, our protocol can be found here along with Guidance to Suppliers and Providers. Or via: http://www.towerhamlets.gov.uk/ LBTH does not undertake to invite all applicants or bind itself to accept the lowest or any Tender. LBTH will not be liable for any costs incurred in tendering for this contract. If you require any further information please contact: Andrew Shorter at: procurement@towerhamlets.gov.uk

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/5e9cde95-9f98-47aa-be8f-246044cac5de
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98000000 - Other community, social and personal services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£80,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
24 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 Apr 2017 - 31 Mar 2021 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
TOWER HAMLETS
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LONDON
Postcode
E14 2BG
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI42 Tower Hamlets
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Tower Hamlets
Electoral Ward
Poplar
Westminster Constituency
Poplar and Limehouse

Further Information

Notice Documents

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