Tender

WHHT - Baby Funeral Services

HERTFORDSHIRE NHS PROCUREMENT

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Summary of the contracting process

The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) is currently inviting tenders for baby funeral services as part of an open procurement process. The anticipated contract will initially last for three years, with the possibility of extending it up to a maximum of five years. The tender is classified under the CPV code for funeral services, with a total contract value of £120,000. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 16 April 2021. The services will be required to comply with the guidelines set by the National Association of Funeral Directors, and all arrangements should be considerate of diverse cultural practices.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for funeral service providers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), looking to expand their service offerings in a sensitive and specialised field. Competitors should be prepared to demonstrate professionalism and the ability to adhere to strict documentation and procedural requirements laid out by WHHT, ensuring high standards of care for bereaved families. This tender could foster business growth through potential long-term contracts within the health sector, focusing on compassionate service provision.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

WHHT - Baby Funeral Services

Notice Description

The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) is inviting tenders for baby funeral services. The anticipated contract length is an initial 3 years, with options to extend, up to a maximum of 5 years. Child funeral services apply to those funeral services where the deceased is under 12 years of age, including funeral services for stillborn or infants, and fetal disposal arrangements (non-viable fetuses - NVFs). Full details of the Trust's requirements will be available in the specification contained within the tender documentation. Core requirements include: - The contract(s) shall be performed generally in accordance with the Code of Practice of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD); - The contractor(s) will be required to carry out basic cremations and burials as instructed by the WHHT. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum and respect for a diverse range of cultures whether or not mourners are in attendance; - Contractors' staff will be expected to have received training with respect to their specific duties and must use the appropriate dress code; - All funeral arrangements will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust, patient and relatives. The WHHT's bereavement services or other nominated location is to be informed of any changes to agreed arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral; - Funeral directors shall use every endeavour to ensure that the client, and also the Trust, understand the range of services and care offered, the prices and also any known disbursements, being the fees which may be paid out on behalf of the Trust, to Ministers of Religion, Civil Celebrates, Cemetery or Crematorium fees, and suchlike; - The contractor(s) shall ensure that the appropriate certificates are issued and all other documentation (such as ensuring the correct identity of the deceased) has been completed before a funeral takes place; - The services shall be provided in accordance with the specification and, except in emergencies, the contractor(s) shall not deviate from the specification without the prior written consent of the Trust's Authorised Officer. Additional information: FTS Ref: 2021/S 000-004766 e-Tendering Portal URL: https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html ITT Ref: itt_HP_31879

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66483097-53a6-4528-927f-5bc7dfebc6d2
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, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98371000 - Funeral services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Mar 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
2 May 2021 - 2 May 2024 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
HERTFORDSHIRE NHS PROCUREMENT
Contact Name
Alex Trollope
Contact Email
alex.trollope@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WELWYN GARDEN CITY
Postcode
AL8 6NS
Post Town
St Albans
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Welwyn Hatfield
Electoral Ward
Handside
Westminster Constituency
Welwyn Hatfield

Further Information

Notice Documents

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