Award

Transportation of Dead Bodies on behalf of H.M. Coroner Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction

BLACKPOOL COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

02 Dec 2021 at 13:36

Award Notice
Tender

01 Oct 2021 at 12:23

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Blackpool Council is seeking tender submissions for the "Transportation of Dead Bodies" on behalf of H.M. Coroner within the Blackpool and Fylde jurisdictions. This open procurement process, which is currently in the award stage, accommodates a total contract value of £350,000 and is classified under cemetery and cremation services. The tender was published on 1st October 2021, with the tender period concluding on 1st November 2021, while the contract is set to start on 1st March 2022 and end on 29th February 2024.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in sensitive transportation services, particularly those experienced in handling delicate situations such as body removal. Businesses with a proven track record in providing consistent, night and day collection and transport services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this contract can help SMEs not only to secure a stable revenue stream, but also to enhance their reputation within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transportation of Dead Bodies on behalf of H.M. Coroner Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction

Notice Description

Blackpool Council is seeking contractors to tender for the contract for the Removal of Bodies on behalf of the HM Coroner within the Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction. The Contractor is required to provide an efficient, sensitive collection and transportation service in a consistent manner at all times both day and night. Blackpool Council are looking to appoint one contractor to cover both the Blackpool & Fylde jurisdictions.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6b5b372e-378f-4a36-b674-ba1e955fe6c4
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1a46c1-5768-49e1-a4f7-0421dee8190c
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£350,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Dec 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
1 Nov 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
30 Nov 20214 years ago
Contract Period
1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 4-5 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
BLACKPOOL COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BLACKPOOL
Postcode
FY1 1NA
Post Town
Blackpool
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLD North West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLD4 Lancashire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLD42 Blackpool
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Blackpool
Electoral Ward
Talbot
Westminster Constituency
Blackpool South

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

HELEN ASHMORE FUNERAL SERVICE

Further Information

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