Tender

Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Supplies and Services

STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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07 Nov 2025 at 13:12

Summary of the contracting process

Stafford Borough Council is seeking to establish a Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Supplies and Services across three cemeteries in Stafford Borough: Tixall Road Cemetery, Eccleshall Road Cemetery, and Stone Cemetery. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with an open procedure being utilised. Interested parties should take note of key deadlines, with an enquiry period ending on 2nd December 2025, and tender submissions closing on 9th December 2025. The total estimated value of the contract is £234,000 gross with a detailed focus on funeral supplies and services under CPV codes 39296000 and 98370000. The contract period will begin on 1st March 2026 and can extend until 28th February 2030, including possible renewals. The contract will be awarded to a maximum of three participants within the framework without reopening competition.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in memorial supplies and services, as well as those experienced in delivering goods and services to public authorities. With a focus on funeral and related services, companies that can provide high-quality memorial plaques, handle inscriptions, and perform maintenance services such as re-gilding will be well-suited for this opportunity. The framework agreement is particularly attractive for SMEs and VCSEs, given its regional focus and the need for specialised craftsmanship. Moreover, the structured tendering process via the Proactis e-tendering system allows businesses to showcase their capability in fulfilling the local government's requirements efficiently and competitively. This opportunity aligns with businesses aiming to expand their reach within the public sector and secure a position as a trusted supplier to local councils.

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Notice Title

Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Supplies and Services

Notice Description

Stafford Borough Council would like to procure a Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Supplies and Services. The scope of activity is to provide memorial supplies and services across three cemeteries (3 lots) in Stafford Borough, they are Tixall Road Cemetery, Eccleshall Road Cemetery and Stone Cemetery. Each lot will detail the specification for the supply of new inscribed plaques to specific dimensions, material type and colour. Also the Council will require additional inscriptions or complete re-gilds to existing memorial plaques.

Lot Information

Rowan Garden & Gazebo Cremated Remains Plaques

This is for Tixall Road Cemetery only, which is located on the Eastern boundary of Stafford approximately 3.5 miles from junction 14 M6 motorway and is situated within the grounds of Stafford Crematorium. This specification is for the supply of a new inscribed plaque to specific dimensions, material type and colour as specified in the specification. Also the Council requires additional inscriptions or complete re-gilds to existing memorial plaques that are already in situ (plaques to be removed from location to carry out all remedial works and re-installed on completion).

Renewal: 2 x 1 years from the 1st March 2028 to 28th February 2029 and 1st March 2029 to 28th February 2030

Rowan Garden (K-Plot) Cremated Remains Plaques

This is for Tixall Road Cemetery only, which is located on the Eastern boundary of Stafford approximately 3.5 miles from junction 14 M6 motorway and is situated within the grounds of Stafford Crematorium. This specification is for the supply of a new inscribed plaque to specific dimensions, material type and colour as per the specification. The majority of work is to add additional inscriptions or complete re-paints or re-gilds to existing memorial plaques that are already in situ (plaques to be removed from location to carry out remedial works and re-installed on completion).

Renewal: 2 x 1 years from the 1st March 2028 to 28th February 2029 and 1st March 2029 to 28th February 2030

Sanctum Cremated Remains Plaques and Dovecote Memorial Plaques

This lot is for Tixall Road Cemetery only, which is located on the Eastern boundary of Stafford approximately 3.5 miles from junction 14 M6 motorway and is situated within the grounds of Stafford Crematorium. This specification is for the supply of a new (both Sanctum and Dovecotes) inscribed plaques to specific dimensions, material type and colour as per specification. Also the Council require additional inscriptions or complete re-gilds to existing memorial plaques that are already in situ (plaques to be removed from location to carry out remedial works and re-installed on completion).

Renewal: 2 x 1 years from the 1st March 2028 to 28th February 2029 and 1st March 2029 to 28th February 2030

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dcc8
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072029-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME, VCSE
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

39296000 - Funeral supplies

98370000 - Funeral and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£195,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
7 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
9 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
1 Mar 2026 - 29 Feb 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
2029-09-01

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
michelle.davies@staffordshire.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
STAFFORD
Postcode
ST16 3AQ
Post Town
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

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