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Audio, Visual and Online Services at South Essex Crematorium

LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING

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03 Aug 2026 at 10:36

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involving the "Audio, Visual and Online Services at South Essex Crematorium" has reached the award stage, with the successful contract being announced on 3rd August 2026 by the London Borough of Havering. This contract falls under the services category in the industry of cremation services, with the project expected to run from 1st July 2026 to 30th June 2028. Located in Romford, England, the tender was conducted using a selective procurement method, specifically as a call-off from a framework agreement, with Expressions of Interest closing on 27th July 2025. The awarded supplier, Viviedia Ltd, a small to medium-sized enterprise (SME), will be providing the required services for a contract value of £160,000.

This opportunity indicates an open field for SMEs and voluntary, community and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in public procurement and establish a foothold in the professional services sector, specifically within audio, visual, and online service provisions. Businesses with expertise in technological integration and service delivery at ceremonial venues could find substantial growth opportunities through such contracts, enhancing their portfolios by aligning with public institutions like the London Borough of Havering. The project is well-suited for companies eager to expand their business through structured government tenders and framework agreements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Audio, Visual and Online Services at South Essex Crematorium

Notice Description

Audio, Visual and Online Services at South Essex Crematorium

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-526f1a91-393e-47d4-b620-d5df13e467fa
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/334e9fe4-c5f9-4161-aa23-9458a156119e
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98371120 - Cremation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£160,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Aug 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
27 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
22 May 20262 months ago
Contract Period
30 Jun 2026 - 30 Jun 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HAVERING
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
ROMFORD
Postcode
RM1 3BB
Post Town
Romford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI52 Barking & Dagenham and Havering
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Havering
Electoral Ward
St Edward's
Westminster Constituency
Romford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

VIVIEDIA

Further Information

Notice Documents

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