Planning

Preliminary Market Consultation - Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner

NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL

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Planning

17 Jan 2020 at 08:56

Summary of the contracting process

The North East Lincolnshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a Preliminary Market Consultation titled "Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner." This consultation focuses on two key areas: the provision of transport services for the deceased and the establishment of an affordable funeral service specifically for the North East Lincolnshire area. The engagement process is set to conclude on 7th February 2020, with additional details available through early engagement notices published on Contracts Finder.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for local small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in a burgeoning market related to funeral services. Companies with expertise in transport logistics, funeral services, or community-focused offerings would be particularly well-suited to participate, capitalising on the growing demand for affordable options in the area. Engaging with this consultation can provide businesses valuable insights and potential pathways to secure contracts aimed at enhancing local funeral service provisions.

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Notice Title

Preliminary Market Consultation - Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner

Notice Description

Please note, the Authority is consulting on the following two topics within this one Preliminary Market Consultation: * Preliminary Market Consultation 1 - Transport of the Deceased on behalf of HM Coroner * Preliminary Market Consultation 2 - Affordable Funeral Service - North East Lincolnshire area only. The project is looking at establishing an affordable funeral service, which is not about establishing a full funeral director business, but being able to offer a low cost funeral option to the local community.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d01cab2d-c280-4ecb-9339-8348d0362595
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d382850-fe4c-48a2-a01b-ac4c3c1ad6cc
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 Jan 20206 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
7 Feb 2020Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
Procurement Team
Contact Email
procurement@nelincs.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 1472323018

Buyer Location

Locality
GRIMSBY
Postcode
DN31 1HU
Post Town
Doncaster
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber

Local Authority
North East Lincolnshire
Electoral Ward
West Marsh
Westminster Constituency
Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes

Further Information

Notice Documents

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