Tender

Framework for Deceased Patient Transport Services

BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL

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Tender

17 May 2017 at 14:25

Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Bradford Metropolitan District Council is seeking tender proposals for a Framework for Deceased Patient Transport Services, with an estimated value of £200,000. This procurement falls under the ‘Funeral and related services’ category and is currently at the Tender stage. The tender period is open until 26th June 2017, with the contract expected to commence on 16th July 2017 and run until 2nd July 2018. The service provider must operate in the Yorkshire and the Humber region of the United Kingdom and be equipped to handle the transport of deceased patients, including having suitable vehicles and refrigerated storage spaces for the HM Coroner's use.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses in the funeral services and logistics sectors, particularly those with experience in patient transport and handling. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with the requisite facilities and staffing capabilities would be well-suited to compete, as they can demonstrate the necessary compliance with the specifications laid out in the tender. Companies should be prepared for a site inspection prior to contract award to verify their operational readiness and adherence to the outlined requirements.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework for Deceased Patient Transport Services

Notice Description

There will be a requirement for a service provider/s to undertake approximately 2000 patient removals within the financial year. It is expected that the company: * Have at least one vehicle suitable in carrying up to four deceased patients and other suitable vehicles and staff available to fulfill this contract. * Have at least five refrigerated storage spaces available for use by the HM Coroner * Transfers only those that require post mortem to the Public and Forensic mortuary in Bradford. * Must tag bodies immediately on arrival with the correct information * Must be prepared to allow the family nominated Funeral Director or their representatives on to the service provider/s site to collect the deceased when appropriate where permissions have been granted by the Coroners Officer should the patient not require a post mortem. Please note that sites will be inspected prior to an award of contract. This will include identifying the availability of refrigerated space, accessibility, fabric of the building and vehicles and number of staff available.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1e515e70-2286-4643-abab-6b09626e5a75
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

98370000 - Funeral and related services

98371200 - Undertaking services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£200,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
17 May 20178 years ago
Submission Deadline
26 Jun 2017Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Jul 2017 - 2 Jul 2018 6-12 months
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
BRADFORD METROPOLITAN DISTRICT COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
BRADFORD
Postcode
BD1 1HX
Post Town
Bradford
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLE4 West Yorkshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLE41 Bradford
Delivery Location
TLE Yorkshire and The Humber
Local Authority
Bradford
Electoral Ward
City
Westminster Constituency
Bradford West

Further Information

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