Tender

Grave digging

KIRBY MUXLOE PARISH COUNCIL

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14 Jan 2026 at 11:31

Tender

14 Jan 2026 at 10:02

Summary of the contracting process

Kirby Muxloe Parish Council, located in Leicestershire, invites tenders for the provision of grave-digging services at Desford Road Cemetery under a fixed-price contract lasting three years. The procurement process is currently active and employs a direct procurement method through single tender action, applicable for contracts below the financial threshold. The industry falls under the 'works' category, specifically classified as grave-digging work. The tender period concludes at 12 noon on 11th February 2026, with the contract commencement set for 1st April 2026, and completion on 31st March 2029. Submissions must be delivered by post or hand to the Parish Clerk, clearly marked as private and confidential, to reach the Kirby Muxloe Parish Council's office by the deadline.

This tender presents an excellent business growth opportunity for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialised in grave-digging and related services. With a contract value of £16,500, this engagement promises a steady income over the three-year period. Businesses with experience in cemetery upkeep and those familiar with the specific requirements of grave-digging will be well-suited to compete, ensuring compliance with local regulations and maintaining service consistency. The tender process is streamlined for smaller organisations due to its direct procurement method, facilitating easy access for SMEs looking to expand their municipal service offerings.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Grave digging

Notice Description

Kirby Muxloe Parish Council is located in Leicestershire and are responsible for the gravedigging within Desford Road Cemetery (LE9 2BD) Details are included in the Tender documentation. The contract is a fixed price three year contract commencing on 1st April 2026. N.B - while a value has been stated, this is obviously dependent on need. Tenders should be sent by post or delivered by hand in a sealed envelope marked: PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL Parish Clerk Kirby Muxloe Parish Council Station Road Kirby Muxloe Leicestershire LE9 2EN To arrive no later than 12 noon on Wednesday 11th February 2026.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4be61366-d42f-40aa-ad0e-baed342c93cf
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Direct
Procurement Method Details
Single tender action (below threshold)
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112410 - Grave-digging work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£16,500 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
14 Jan 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
11 Feb 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 3-4 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
KIRBY MUXLOE PARISH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Rachel Atkinson
Contact Email
admin@kirbymuxloeparishcouncil.org.uk
Contact Phone
0116 2386408

Buyer Location

Locality
KIRBY MUXLOE
Postcode
LE9 2EN
Post Town
Leicester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Kirby Muxloe
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

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