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INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD

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Award

03 Nov 2025 at 15:41

Tender

25 Jun 2025 at 15:28

Summary of the contracting process

A recent procurement process facilitated by the Dumfries and Galloway Health Board has resulted in an active contract awarded for the movement of deceased bodies. This contract, identified by the tender ID DGMB/25/04, covers funeral and related services under CPV code 98370000, specifically focusing on services required for the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary and other regional facilities. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, adhering to regulations specified in CELEX: 32014L0024. The contract, valued at £117,000, was awarded to Dignity Funerals Ltd. The contract commenced on 14 October 2025 and is planned to span three years with a possibility for a one-year extension, indicating a long-term requirement for consistent service delivery in Dumfries, UKM92.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies in the funeral services sector to establish or expand their footprint in the Dumfries area. With the base requirements focusing on the transportation and internment of deceased bodies, particularly stillborn infants, businesses that specialize in sensitive and logistical end-of-life care services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Specifically, organisations with capabilities in electronic submissions and those prepared to handle recurring service needs could find additional prospects for growth through potential contract renewals or new similar service demands within the region. The awarded contract emphasises cost-effective solutions, hinting at the evaluation criteria employed for procurement selection.

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Notice Title

INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04

Notice Description

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

Renewal: Recurring Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-0553ad
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070544-2025
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
Large

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
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£117,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
13 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Recurring service need

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
marc.boyes@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1387246246

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4AP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGNITY FUNERALS

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