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Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses

Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust

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17 Jan 2022 at 15:55

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Summary of the contracting process

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is currently seeking a supplier for the "Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses" project, as part of their commitment to preserving dignity during sensitive transport. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Funeral and related services" and uses an open procedure for the tender process. The tender period is set to conclude on 18th February 2022, with the contract period commencing from 1st March 2022 and lasting until 29th February 2024. The total estimated value of this contract is £50,000, and the services will be delivered in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in compassionate transportation services, particularly those that meet the essential requirements for handling sensitive cases. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could particularly find this project advantageous as they may offer personalised services that align with the tender's focus on care and dignity. Businesses in the funeral services sector or those with relevant experience in medical or humane transportation are encouraged to apply, contributing to an essential service that supports grieving families.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses

Notice Description

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust (NGH) are looking to identify a supplier for the Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses Project NGH. Foetal and neonatal autopsies are not performed at NGH but are instead transferred to the John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford, where the autopsies are performed by a specialist paediatric pathologist. It is essential that the bodies are both collected and returned in a caring and sympathetic manner and that all possible steps are taken to preserve dignity. Certain essential requirements must be satisfied by the person to whom the contract is awarded: -

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-cbbfdc02-dc6b-4f3a-9ad7-4a9ca47af077
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a0b6d4c-0603-43d3-99ba-c7bbc8b87a31
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
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

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
£50,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20224 years ago
Submission Deadline
18 Feb 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2024 2-3 years
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
Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 5BD
Postcode Area
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

Further Information

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