Tender

ESCC JS Coroner's Removal Services on behalf of HM Coroner for East Sussex

SE SHARED SERVICES

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Tender

22 Dec 2016 at 15:54

Summary of the contracting process

East Sussex County Council, through SE Shared Services, is inviting tenders for the provision of body removal services on behalf of HM Coroner for East Sussex. The procurement, identified as ESCC JS Coroner's Removal Services, involves up to four contractors and is categorised under "Undertaking services". The tender is currently in the open stage of procurement, with the deadline for submissions set for 4 February 2017. Services will be required across four geographical lots, encompassing designated hospitals and mortuaries throughout East Sussex. The contract is set to commence on 1 April 2017 and will run until 31 March 2020.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in logistical and transportation services, particularly those experienced in handling sensitive situations, such as body removal. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with capabilities in offering secure and efficient transport to designated facilities would benefit from this contract. Businesses should consider the potential for collaborative bids, as the Council allows the submission of joint contract proposals across all lots, thus maximising service provision and enhancing their chances of winning the tender.

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Notice Title

ESCC JS Coroner's Removal Services on behalf of HM Coroner for East Sussex

Notice Description

East Sussex County Council ('the Council') is seeking to appoint up to four (4) contractors for the provision of body removal services in the County of East Sussex. The services are required where a death has been referred to H.M. Coroner, and the body is to be transported to a pre-designated mortuary for investigation ('the Services'). This procurement exercise ('Procurement') aims to meet the requirements of the Coroners Act 1988 in respect of bodies coming under the jurisdiction of the East Sussex Coroner. The Council has split the Services into four lots ('Lots') and bodies are to be removed and delivered to the designated mortuary for that Lot, as follows: o Lot 1: The Conquest Hospital in Hastings, TN37 7RD o Lot 2: Eastbourne District General Hospital, BN21 2UD o Lot 3: Woodvale mortuary in Brighton, BN2 3QB o Lot 4: Pembury hospital, TN2 4QJ Post codes included in the geographical area under each Lot: Lot 1: TN5 7, TN19, TN31, TN32, TN33, TN34, TN35, TN37, TN38, TN39, TN40 Lot 2: TN21 9, BN20, BN21, BN22, BN23, BN24, BN26, BN27, BN25 4 Lot 3: BN25 1, BN25 2, BN25 3, BN9, BN10, BN7, BN8, BN6 8 Lot 4: TN21 0, TN21 8, TN20, TN5 6, TN3 9, TN7, RH18, TN6, TN22 Bidders may, subject to meeting the Council's Specification of Requirements (as set out in Schedule 4 of the Tender Documents), submit up to ONE alternative submission whereby all four (4) Lots are offered as a joint contract ('Package Bid). Additional information: This tender is to be completed electronically using the SE Shared Services Procurement eSourcing portal. https://www.sesharedservices.org.uk/esourcing/opportunities The SE Shared Services eSourcing portal provides a web-based tool that provides a simple, secure and efficient means for managing tendering and quotation activities reducing the time and effort required for both buyers and Potential Bidders. The portal allows for tender clarifications and submitting your bid electronically. In order to bid for this opportunity you will need to register your company on the SE Shared Services portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-d476dd79-4dfe-4605-a4ac-f3a7021970ea
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4334109c-f729-486e-a15c-ddb3b8cd4363
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

98371200 - Undertaking services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
22 Dec 20169 years ago
Submission Deadline
4 Feb 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2017 - 31 Mar 2020 3-4 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
SE SHARED SERVICES
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EAST SUSSEX
Postcode
BN7 1UE
Post Town
Brighton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ22 East Sussex CC
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Lewes
Electoral Ward
Lewes Priory
Westminster Constituency
Lewes

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