Tender

Consultant to Identify Options for the Construction of Mortuary and Pathology Centre(s)

SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Summary of the contracting process

The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is currently seeking a consultant for the project titled "Consultant to Identify Options for the Construction of Mortuary and Pathology Centre(s)". This procurement falls under the services category, specifically in project management consultancy and business development consultancy. The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a closing date set for 10 April 2020. The contract period is anticipated to begin on 1 May 2020 and conclude by 10 July 2020. The project budget is estimated at £25,000, and the work is to be performed in the West Midlands region, specifically within the postal code area B69 3DB.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses specialising in consultancy services, particularly those with experience in project management, construction, and health system solutions. Companies capable of delivering expertise in the construction and operational management of mortuary and pathology facilities would be especially well-suited for this bid. Additionally, businesses interested in engaging with local authorities and making a meaningful impact in community health services should consider this opportunity, as it encourages innovative solutions and the establishment of a Centre of Excellence in the region.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Consultant to Identify Options for the Construction of Mortuary and Pathology Centre(s)

Notice Description

Consultant to Identify Options for the Construction of Mortuary and Pathology Centre(s) The majority of the West Midlands metropolitan area (six of the seven local authorities) is covered by two coronial jurisdictions: Birmingham and Solihull, and the Black Country (Covering Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton). The Coroner will investigate deaths for their respective areas, where: o The cause of death is unknown o The cause of death is unnatural; or o The deceased was in a state of detention, e.g. police custody, at the time of their death For the Coroner to discharge their legal duties several support services need to be in place which includes: o Storage of bodies. o Movement of bodies between mortuary/pathology facilities and funeral homes. o Undertaking autopsies (digital and invasive). o Undertaking histology and toxicology tests. o General enquiry, investigation and inquest. Following a recent review of Mortuary and Pathology Services across the Birmingham & Solihull, and Black Country Coroner's Services, several key recommendations were made and accepted in full by the relevant Local Authorities. One of the key recommendations was to consider the development of a Centre of Excellence for mortuary and pathology services for the two coronial jurisdictions to include: o Mortuary(s) to accommodate the volumes of deaths referred to Coroners (estimated 10,000 across both jurisdictions) with 3,000 of those deaths requiring post mortem or digital autopsy scanning. o Post mortem and digital scanning facilities o The provision of Histology and Toxicology Services The six local authorities covered by the two jurisdictions are seeking to appoint a consultant to identify options for the construction of mortuary and pathology centre(s). The duration of this project will be no more than 10 weeks. The estimated budget is ?25,000. However, this information is intended to assist with the preparation of your bid. The Council does not bind itself to this or any other figure and is not a guarantee of business which may be generated from this contract. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to Quotation or other related documents. To submit a quotation you will be required to 'Opt In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing dat... Additional information: Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-5bfe62b1-c642-4cdd-bb61-79809492866c
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/ef4738b6-6e71-4807-80f6-97373bd31152
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 (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

79411100 - Business development consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
23 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
10 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Apr 2020 - 10 Jul 2020 1-6 months
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
B69 3DB
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
Oldbury
Westminster Constituency
West Bromwich

Further Information

Notice Documents

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