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BFG FUNERAL SERVICES

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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02 Apr 2017 at 06:23

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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the title "BFG FUNERAL SERVICES" was initiated by the Ministry of Defence, focused on funeral services related to the recovery and transfer of the deceased, primarily within and outside Germany. This contract, classified under the CPV code 98370000 for funeral and related services, has a total value of £25,400. The contract period commenced on 1st April 2017 and will run until 31st March 2020. The tender was conducted through an open procurement method and had a closing date of 7th March 2017.

This tender presents significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in funeral services, logistics, or related sectors capable of managing the transportation and preparation of deceased individuals. Companies that focus on compliance with military requirements and can offer cross-border services may find this contract especially suitable. With the Ministry of Defence as the contracting authority, businesses well-versed in working with government agencies and adhering to strict regulatory standards will be well-positioned to compete.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

BFG FUNERAL SERVICES

Notice Description

Funeral Services - the recovery and transfer of the deceased from locations within or outside the borders of Germany to the British Forces Germany (BFG) Designated Mortuary, located with Stadt Klinikum Gutersloh and other locations as defined by the Authority. It is essential that the Royal Military Police (RMP) have the means to request fast and immediate recovered of the deceased, especially when death occurs outside hospitals, in order to ensure security and integrity of potential investigative evidence for pathology purposes. The preparation of the deceased, this includes (once permission to do so has been given by the RMP) the fitting and/or removal of clothing prior to viewing by the next of kin; provision for, on request from G1 Cas Comp, funeral services for local burials (in British Military Cemeteries or local cemeteries) including the provision of suitable coffins (as detailed in the Statement of Requirement (SOR); arrangment of documentation and liaison with local crematoriums as necessary.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-b71577dc-95c6-4656-8049-248dde662e04
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4d51d680-0696-4720-8229-dda5c7ab4025
Current Stage
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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
SME
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
£25,400 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£25,400 Under £100K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Apr 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
7 Mar 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
27 Mar 20178 years ago
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 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
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BIELEFELD
Postcode
BA1 0AP
Post Town
Bath
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK52 Bath & North East Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Bath and North East Somerset
Electoral Ward
Kingsmead
Westminster Constituency
Bath

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIETER QUISBROCK UEBERFUEHRUNGEN

Further Information

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