Tender

SC17111 - Coroners Removal Services (Kent)

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

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Tender

05 Oct 2018 at 15:07

Summary of the contracting process

Kent County Council is currently seeking tenders for the provision of Coroners Removal Services, which includes the transportation of deceased individuals from the location of death to licensed post mortem facilities. This opportunity falls under the services category, specifically classified as "Funeral and related services" (CPV code 98370000). The procurement process is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 5th November 2018. The contract is expected to commence on 29th January 2019 and will run until 28th January 2023. The services will be provided within the administrative areas of Kent County Council and Medway Council in the South East region of the United Kingdom. The procurement method used is selective, employing a negotiated procedure.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the funeral and transportation sectors looking to expand their services. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to participate, as the procurement specifications allow for their involvement. Firms that specialise in logistics, especially those experienced in both sensitive handling and adherence to regulatory requirements, would be well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement process could enhance their portfolio and strengthen relationships with local government councils.

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Notice Title

SC17111 - Coroners Removal Services (Kent)

Notice Description

This opportunity is for the provision of Coroners Removals Service for the Growth, Environment and Transport (GET) Directorate of Kent County Council within the administrative areas of Kent County Council and Medway Council. The Council is seeking tenders for the provision of a service to transport deceased from the location of death to designated post mortem facilities that have been licensed in accordance with the requirements of the Human Tissue Act. Kent County Council have a legal obligation to ensure provision of service for itself and the Medway Unitary Council. There are two requirements from this service: Coroner Removals and Coroner Transfers. Please refer to this advert via this link: www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk Market Engagement dates are: Tuesday 16 and Wednesday 17 October 2018. Details are provided in the documents.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-f5a15e8b-bf4f-4ba4-b3e9-7bb237abc912
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/625018ed-32a2-419d-a180-ca0790074928
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Negotiated 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
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
5 Oct 20187 years ago
Submission Deadline
5 Nov 2018Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
29 Jan 2019 - 28 Jan 2023 4-5 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
KENT COUNTY COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
MAIDSTONE
Postcode
ME14 1XQ
Post Town
Rochester
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLJ South East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLJ4 Kent
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLJ45 Mid Kent
Delivery Location
TLJ South East (England)

Local Authority
Maidstone
Electoral Ward
Penenden Heath
Westminster Constituency
Maidstone and Malling

Further Information

Notice Documents

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