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Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs

Stafford Borough Council

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

06 May 2026 at 11:49

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Award

10 Apr 2026 at 09:55

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Tender

07 Nov 2025 at 11:48

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Stafford Borough Council has successfully completed a procurement process concerning a Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs, specifically within their operational cemeteries. The procurement was conducted under an open competition method below the threshold, resulting in a direct award to MEMSAFE LIMITED. This agreement covers two lots: inspection and repairs of memorials, and remedial works, such as capping shallow graves. The procurement, completed with the award stage, commenced active contracts on 8th May 2026 for a duration of two years, extendable for up to two additional year-long periods. Located in Stafford, UKG24, this project is classified under the works category, focusing on historical monument construction work.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in memorial construction, particularly those recognised under industry regulations like NAMM or BRAMM. Small and medium-sized enterprises that offer competitive pricing, reliable service delivery, and have a commitment to environmental sustainability stand a strong chance of benefiting from such public authority contracts. Businesses focusing on specialised areas, such as inspections and immediate repairs following safety failures, can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and expand their client base. The structured renewal terms further ease the possibility of establishing a long-term association with the council, fostering sustainable business growth.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs

Notice Description

Stafford Borough Council has awarded a Framework Agreement to undertake inspection and repairs to all memorials within its three current operational cemeteries. Lot 2 Remedial Works - Stafford Borough Council, on rare occasion, is required to cap shallow graves following an internment to ensure the current Burial ACT from 1857 and is also part of the Local Authorities Cemeteries Order 1977 (LACO).

Lot Information

Inspection and Repairs

Renewal: 2 x 1 years (1st March 2028 - 28th February 2029) and (1st March 2029 - 28th February 2030)

Remedial Works

Renewal: 2 x 1 years (1st March 2028 - 28th February 2029) and (1st March 2029 - 28th February 2030)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041443-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work

CPV Codes

45212314 - Historical monument or memorial construction work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£140,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 May 20265 months ago
Submission Deadline
8 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
Stafford Borough Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 3AQ
Postcode Area
Stoke-on-Trent
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG24 Staffordshire CC
Delivery Location
TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire
Local Authority
Stafford
Electoral Ward
Forebridge
Westminster Constituency
Stafford

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Memsafe Limited

Further Information

Notice Documents

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