Award

PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services - AWARD

BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL

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30 Oct 2017 at 15:10

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process involves Birmingham City Council seeking a supplier for the provision of National and International genealogy services, specifically aimed at locating next of kin to fulfil statutory obligations. The tender, titled "PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services," is classified under the industry category of funeral and related services. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender was awarded on 27th October 2017. The effective contract period is set to run from 1st November 2017 to 30th April 2019, with the deadline for expressing interest having been 12:00 hours GMT on 28th July 2017.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in genealogy and related services, particularly those capable of engaging in compassionate and sensitive interactions with families during difficult times. Companies with expertise in locating individuals or providing support services for bereaved families would be well-positioned to compete. The single supplier model emphasises the need for a reliable relationship between the supplier and the Council, enhancing business prospects for those who can demonstrate a strong commitment to quality service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services - AWARD

Notice Description

The Council wishes appoint one supplier for the provision of National and International genealogy services for the purpose of locating next of kin in order that the Council can comply with its statutory obligations under the Act. A single supplier model has been chosen to ensure the development of a strong working relationship with the Authority and to ensure a consistent and compassionate approach for all families in sourcing next of kin. The Council will provide information to the chosen supplier regarding the deceased for the purpose of locating a relative to assist the council in arranging a funeral for the deceased. The supplier will pay a fee to the Council for this information. The Council invites suppliers to submit a bid relating to the amount of the fee that it will pay to the Council for the information. Contributions for leads in tender response should be a minimum of PS200 per referral. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of In-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with In-tend please either email cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the selection questionnaire. Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the selection questionnaire no later than 12:00 hours (GMT) on 28th July 2017 using the Supplier Portal.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7eaae1c-1d46-49b9-80dc-aa75300f02ba
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services

CPV Codes

98370000 - Funeral and related services

98371000 - Funeral services

98910000 - Services specific to international organisations and bodies

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Oct 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
26 Oct 20178 years ago
Contract Period
1 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2019 1-2 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
BIRMINGHAM CITY 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
B4 7WB
Post Town
Birmingham
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG3 West Midlands
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG31 Birmingham
Delivery Location
TLG West Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Birmingham
Electoral Ward
Newtown
Westminster Constituency
Birmingham Ladywood

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FRASER AND FRASER

Further Information

Notice Documents

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