Tender

Funeral Services

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

18 Jan 2022 at 14:31

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is seeking bids for a tender titled "Funeral Services," which falls under the industry category of funeral and related services. The tender, which is currently in the planning stage, consists of five Lots focusing on Coroners Transportation across several regions, as well as a low-cost funeral service. The contract period runs from 1 May 2022 to 30 April 2026, with a closing date for submissions set for 18 February 2022 at 15:00 hours. Interested suppliers can find more information on how to apply through the Council's dedicated portal.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the funeral service sector, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that can provide cost-effective solutions. Companies that specialise in transportation services related to funeral arrangements, as well as those offering comprehensive funeral services, may find this tender particularly relevant. By participating in this procurement, businesses can expand their service offerings and strengthen their presence in the West Midlands region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Funeral Services

Notice Description

Sandwell as the relevant authority for the Black Country Coroners Service provides services relating to the transportation of bodies on behalf of the Coroner. In addition, Sandwell MBC recognises the profound impact bereavement has on families and the importance of the funeral as part of a healthy grieving process. Through its Registration Services the authority provides a suite of funeral related services for the inhabitants of the borough and those organisations and families who chose to use its excellent facilities. The arrangement of funerals for those where no arrangements are being made, the Public Health funeral, and the provision of a "low cost" funeral service for those families who choose to use this service. The tender is therefore offered as five Lots as detailed below and suppliers may bid for all or individual Lots: Lot 1 - Coroners Transportation - Sandwell Lot 2 - Coroners Transportation - Dudley Lot 3 - Coroners Transportation - Walsall Lot 4 - Coroners Transportation - Wolverhampton Lot 5 - Sandwell Funeral Services (Including a Public Health Funeral and Sandwell's "low cost" funeral service) The contract period for all Lots will be from 1 May 2022 to 30 April 2026. The closing date for this opportunity is 18 February 2022 at 15:00 hours. Additional information: If you are interested in applying for this contract the tender documents are available at https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc Please ensure you allow sufficient time to upload your tender return before the closing date. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4f43284a-d8e0-4a97-a914-ccee595ba630
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 (above threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98370000 - Funeral and related services

98371000 - Funeral services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£500,000 £500K-£1M
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 May 2022 - 30 Apr 2026 4-5 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
SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WEST MIDLANDS
Postcode
B71 3SX
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG37 Sandwell
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Sandwell
Electoral Ward
Newton
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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