Tender

Funeral Services-2019

UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST

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Tender

16 Mar 2020 at 10:42

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking to engage a contractor for the provision of funeral services as part of their "Funeral Services-2019" initiative. This procurement falls under the category of funeral services and encompasses three types of funerals, including adult and child funerals, as well as ceremonial services for the disposal of foetal remains. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th April 2020. The contract, valued at £180,000, will commence on 1st August 2020 and conclude on 31st July 2023. Interested parties must register via the Proactis portal to access the tender documents and submit their expressions of interest.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in funeral services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, compassionate support in sensitive circumstances. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer personalised services that align with the Trust's requirement for dignity and quality. This opportunity could be especially appealing to businesses within the East Midlands region, located near the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, and Glenfield General Hospital, thereby allowing for efficient service delivery.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Funeral Services-2019

Notice Description

Scope of Contract The University Hospitals of Leicester is seeking to appoint a Contractor to provide funeral services for the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield General Hospital. This contract covers three types of funerals: * Adult and Child funerals * Baby funerals * Ceremony for the Disposal of Foetal Remains The Trust wishes the successful Contractor to provide a highly professional, quality, compassionate, sensitive service for the deceased patients, ensuring that the final arrangements for them are provided in a dignified manner whether or not mourners are in attendance. Additional information: Please register and send all expressions of interest via the Proactis portal. Once registered you will be able to obtain tender documents via the portal under "opportunities" within the portalroahttp://www.supplying2nhs.org/

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65df8fe-108b-4f6d-8e7c-138ab631cde3
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

98371000 - Funeral services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
16 Mar 20205 years ago
Submission Deadline
8 Apr 2020Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 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
UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
LEICESTER
Postcode
LE3 8TB
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
TLF East Midlands (England)
Local Authority
Blaby
Electoral Ward
Glenfield Faire
Westminster Constituency
Mid Leicestershire

Further Information

Notice Documents

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