Tender

Astwood Crematorium - Chapel Furniture & Soft Furnishings (Supply, Delivery & Installation)

WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL

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Tender

10 Nov 2025 at 12:30

UK4 - Tender Notice
Summary of the contracting process

Worcester City Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring new chapel furniture and soft furnishings for Astwood Crematorium. This procurement process is conducted under an open method and falls under the category of goods, specifically targeting the supply, delivery, and installation of items like chapel chairs and window treatments. The contract, valued at up to £30,000, must be completed prior to the chapel's reopening. Bids are open until 28th November 2025, with all submissions to be made electronically via the Proactis Pro-Contract portal. The project is located in Worcester, UKG12 region, and the expected contract period spans from 15th December 2025 to 26th June 2026.

This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of furniture and soft furnishings. With a focus on both quality (70%) and price (30%), companies that can demonstrate high standards in production and service delivery will be competitive. The procurement process encourages participation from Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and is particularly suited for those experienced in public sector contracts or those seeking to expand their footprint within local government projects. Engaging in this contract could enhance business visibility and lead to further prospects within the public sector.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

Astwood Crematorium - Chapel Furniture & Soft Furnishings (Supply, Delivery & Installation)

Notice Description

Worcester City Council is inviting tenders to quote for the supply, delivery, installation and integration of new chapel furniture and soft furnishings at Astwood Crematorium, including chapel chairs, a lectern with Obitus Maestro controls, catafalque rollers and cladding, window treatments and associated works to be completed prior to the chapel reopening. Please see separate documents for more information. The Council are using the e-procurement portal known as the Proactis Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise. To gain access to the procurement documents, contractors will need to register their company details at the above website (there is no charge for this). Once registered, contractors will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the procurement documents. Contractors will need to search for the invitation under Wychavon District Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents. Any clarification queries must be sent via the portal and clarification responses will also be issued via the portal. For technical/navigational queries about the portal you may contact ProContract by telephone on 0330 005 0352 (9am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday) or by email to ProContractSuppliers@proactis.com If you require any other assistance please contact procurement@worcester.gov.uk.

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072381-2025
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - open competition
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

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

CPV Codes

39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
£25,000 Under £100K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
10 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Nov 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
15 Dec 2025 - 26 Jun 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
procurement@worcester.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
WORCESTER
Postcode
WR1 2EY
Post Town
Worcester
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLG West Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Delivery Location
TLG12 Worcestershire CC
Local Authority
Worcester
Electoral Ward
Cathedral
Westminster Constituency
Worcester

Further Information

Notice Documents

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