Tender

Funeral Service

NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST

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Tender

15 Jul 2022 at 15:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is currently seeking bids for a contract titled "Funeral Service" within the funeral services industry, located in West Northamptonshire. This procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 15th August 2022. The contract is valued at £195,000 and is set to commence on 1st October 2022, running for a duration of four years. Prospective suppliers can submit tenders either electronically or in written form as per the open procedure initiated by the Trust.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the funeral services sector to expand their client base and establish partnerships with a key public health organisation. Businesses with expertise in conducting professional funeral services, particularly those with a reputation for punctuality, decorum, and compassionate care, would be well-suited to compete. Responding to this contract not only provides financial value but also involves delivering essential services that contribute to community wellbeing.

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Notice Title

Funeral Service

Notice Description

1.2The Contractor will be required to conduct basic cremations and burials as instructed by the Trust. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum, and respect whether mourners are in attendance or not. All the arrangements for the funeral will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust. The Trust's Patient Registration Department or other nominated location is to be informed of such arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral. Where arrangements involve the funeral of a child, the Hospital Chaplaincy is to be contacted to establish if any pastoral support is being provided to those concerned. Except for NVF's (non-viable Foetus), unless otherwise directed, a minister of the appropriate religion shall attend.

Lot Information

Lot 1

1.2The Contractor will be required to conduct basic cremations and burials as instructed by the Trust. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum, and respect whether mourners are in attendance or not. All the arrangements for the funeral will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust. The Trust's Patient Registration Department or other nominated location is to be informed of such arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral. Where arrangements involve the funeral of a child, the Hospital Chaplaincy is to be contacted to establish if any pastoral support is being provided to those concerned. Except for NVF's (non-viable Foetus), unless otherwise directed, a minister of the appropriate religion shall attend. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/29XDRS6H94

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0352b5
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019469-2022
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
Not specified
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
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
15 Jul 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
15 Aug 2022Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2022 - 30 Sep 2027 Over 5 years
Recurrence
4 years

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST
Contact Name
Lynda Furness
Contact Email
lynda.furness@nhs.net
Contact Phone
+44 1604523922

Buyer Location

Locality
NORTHAMPTON
Postcode
NN1 5BD
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF24 West Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF24 West Northamptonshire

Local Authority
West Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Delapre and Rushmere
Westminster Constituency
Northampton South

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