Tender

Public Dignity Funeral Service

LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY

This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

18 Feb 2026 at 15:04

Planning

22 Dec 2025 at 09:54

Summary of the contracting process

The London Borough of Hackney is currently in the tender stage for the provision of a "Public Dignity Funeral Service". This service falls under the industry category of funeral and related services, aimed at ensuring dignified funeral or cremation arrangements for those without suitable provisions. The tender is being conducted through an open procedure, with submissions to be made electronically by 2nd March 2026, following the enquiry period closing on 25th February 2026. Located in Hackney, the council seeks a provider who will cater to the diverse needs of the borough, including Christian, Jewish, and Muslim funeral practices. The procurement is above procurement thresholds as per UK legislation, with a total contract value of £291,600, implying eligibility for part or all of the intended recurrent services.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses specialising in funeral services, particularly those with experience in providing inclusive and culturally sensitive arrangements. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), are notably welcomed to participate, enhancing the competitive landscape. The successful contractor will possess the capability for a comprehensive service delivery, inclusive of materials, staff, and logistics support. With an award period ending on 20th March 2026 and a contract potentially extendable by two additional years, this sets a promising avenue for growth and sustained engagement with the public sector.

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Notice Title

Public Dignity Funeral Service

Notice Description

The Council is responsible for making arrangements for the funeral or cremation of any person who dies within the borough, or a resident placed outside the borough by the Council, where no other suitable arrangements are being or are likely to be made by next of kin or other parties, as stipulated in section 46 of the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984. The Council aims to award a non-exclusive contract to provide a dignified, inclusive, and professional funeral service that fully discharges its statutory obligations. The Contractor shall provide a complete undertaking and funeral service, including all necessary materials, staffing, preparation, and transportation for either a burial or cremation, as directed by the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fb2e
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014864-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
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

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98370000 - Funeral and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£243,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£243,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
18 Feb 20264 days ago
Submission Deadline
2 Mar 20261 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
2 Jan 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 6-12 months
Recurrence
2027-03-31

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY
Contact Name
Ursula Clapp
Contact Email
ursula.clapp@hackney.gov.uk
Contact Phone
+44 2083563000

Buyer Location

Locality
HACKNEY
Postcode
E8 1DY
Post Town
East London
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLI London
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLI4 Inner London - East
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLI41 Hackney and Newham
Delivery Location
TLI41 Hackney and Newham

Local Authority
Hackney
Electoral Ward
Hackney Central
Westminster Constituency
Hackney South and Shoreditch

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