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Framework Agreement for the Provision of Funeral Service Arrangements (for Public Health Funerals) in the London Borough of Waltham Forest

LONDON BOROUGH OF WALTHAM FOREST

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Award

06 Apr 2021 at 14:40

Award Notice
Tender

31 Dec 2020 at 12:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Waltham Forest is seeking qualified organisations to participate in a Framework Agreement for Funeral Service Arrangements for Public Health Funerals. This procurement process is currently in the award stage, with the framework set to commence on 1st April 2021 and expected to last until 31st March 2024, with a potential extension to 31st March 2025 at the Authority's discretion. The estimated contract value is £450,000, and interested parties were required to submit tenders by 2nd February 2021. The services will be delivered within the London region, specifically targeting residents of the borough who may require public health funeral arrangements.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the funeral services industry, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive funeral management services, including both burial and cremation. The successful tenderers will be responsible for arranging funerals for individuals who died within the borough and whose arrangements have not been made otherwise. Companies that are adept at navigating public health regulations and have the ability to offer sensitive, efficient services would be well-placed to compete for this framework agreement, especially given the stipulation that three providers will be appointed.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the Provision of Funeral Service Arrangements (for Public Health Funerals) in the London Borough of Waltham Forest

Notice Description

The Council of the London Borough of Waltham Forest ("the Authority") invites suitably qualified and experienced organisations to Tender for appointment to the Framework Agreement for the Provision of Funeral Service Arrangements (for Public Health Funerals) in the London Borough of Waltham Forest ("the Framework"). The Framework will commence on 1st April 2021 and, subject to satisfactory performance shall continue to midnight on 31st March 2024 ("the Framework Period"). At the sole discretion of the Authority and subject to the satisfactory performance of the provider the Framework Period may be extended in such period or periods as the Authority deems appropriate providing a total possible Framework Period to midnight on 31st March 2025. It is estimated that three (3) providers are to be appointed to the Framework. Organisations are advised that whilst it is the intention of the Authority to utilise the Framework as the primary source of the service, the Authority reserves the right to obtain the service from alternative sources should this present best value. Further, appointment of an organisation on the Framework does not guarantee any minimum level of income for the organisation or that the organisation will be awarded any Call-Off Contract during the Framework Period. All Call-Off Contracts shall be awarded in accordance with the procedures in the Tender Documents and Framework Agreement. The Authority has a statutory duty under the provisions of Section 46 of the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 to undertake the funeral of a deceased person, who died in the borough of Waltham Forest and where no other arrangements have been made, or are about to be made. The Authority arranges Burials and Cremations, for residents who die or have been found dead within the Authority's boundaries be it in hospital, Council or Private Care Homes or their own homes where there is no family or third party to complete the funeral arrangements. This includes persons who may be of no fixed abode and die within the geographical boundary of the London Borough of Waltham Forest. The successful Provider shall be required to arrange a funeral, be it burial or cremation, in accordance with the requirements of this Specification and/or any relevant pre-paid funeral plans of the deceased or family burial plots of an existing grave on behalf of the Authority.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-944f476b-999b-4b66-8fec-91f26e05ab27
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/55b62850-8ff5-4580-b009-2c68eee8352b
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
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

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£450,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Apr 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
2 Feb 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
8 Mar 20214 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2021 - 31 Mar 2024 3-4 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 WALTHAM FOREST
Contact Name
Stephen Potter
Contact Email
stephen.potter@walthamforest.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 7741077216

Buyer Location

Locality
WALTHAMSTOW
Postcode
E17 4JF
Post Town
East London
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI5 Outer London - East and North East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI53 Redbridge and Waltham Forest
Delivery Location
TLI London
Local Authority
Waltham Forest
Electoral Ward
Chapel End
Westminster Constituency
Walthamstow

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

FUNERAL SERVICES LTD T/A CO-OP FUNERALCARE

Further Information

Notice Documents

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