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WHHT - Baby Funeral Services

WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Award

25 Jun 2021 at 21:45

Tender

09 Mar 2021 at 22:56

Summary of the contracting process

The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust is inviting tenders for the provision of baby funeral services under the title "WHHT - Baby Funeral Services". This procurement process is classified under the services industry, specifically related to funeral services (CPV code 98371000). The anticipated contract period is three years with the possibility of extension up to five years. The deadline for tender submissions is 16 April 2021, with the award period commencing immediately after this date. The procurement method adopted is an open procedure, allowing a wide range of bidders to participate.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for funeral service providers, particularly those that specialise in child funeral services or have experience in handling sensitive bereavement situations. Businesses that can demonstrate adherence to industry standards, such as the Code of Practice of the National Association of Funeral Directors, and those offering comprehensive service packages that respect diverse cultural practices will be well-placed to compete. Additionally, firms that understand the complexities of funeral arrangements for young individuals and can cater to the specific needs of the West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust will have a competitive advantage in this tender.

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Notice Title

WHHT - Baby Funeral Services

Notice Description

The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) invited tenders for baby funeral services. The contract length is an initial 3 years, with options to extend, up to a maximum of 5 years.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Child funeral services apply to those funeral services where the deceased is under 12 years of age, including funeral services for stillborn or infants, and fetal disposal arrangements (non-viable fetuses - NVFs). Full details of the Trust's requirements will be available in the specification contained within the tender documentation. Core requirements include: -- The contract(s) shall be performed generally in accordance with the Code of Practice of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD); -- The contractor(s) will be required to carry out basic cremations and burials as instructed by the WHHT. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum and respect for a diverse range of cultures whether or not mourners are in attendance; -- Contractors' staff will be expected to have received training with respect to their specific duties and must use the appropriate dress code; -- All funeral arrangements will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust, patient and relatives. The WHHT's bereavement services or other nominated location is to be informed of any changes to agreed arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral; -- Funeral directors shall use every endeavour to ensure that the client, and also the Trust, understand the range of services and care offered, the prices and also any known disbursements, being the fees which may be paid out on behalf of the Trust, to Ministers of Religion, Civil Celebrates, Cemetery or Crematorium fees, and suchlike; -- The contractor(s) shall ensure that the appropriate certificates are issued and all other documentation (such as ensuring the correct identity of the deceased) has been completed before a funeral takes place; -- The services shall be provided in accordance with the specification and, except in emergencies, the contractor(s) shall not deviate from the specification without the prior written consent of the Trust's Authorised Officer.

Renewal: Option to extend up to a further 24 months

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-029a0f
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014619-2021
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98371000 - Funeral services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£120,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£70,000 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
25 Jun 20214 years ago
Submission Deadline
16 Apr 2021Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
10 Jun 20214 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Cancelled
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WEST HERTFORDSHIRE HOSPITALS NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Alexander Trollope
Contact Email
alex.trollope@nhs.net
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WATFORD
Postcode
WD18 0HB
Post Town
Watford
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH27 South West Hertfordshire
Delivery Location
TLH East (England)

Local Authority
Watford
Electoral Ward
Vicarage
Westminster Constituency
Watford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DALE AND SONS FUNERAL DIRECTORS

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