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North Northamptonshire Council Bereavement Services Consultancy

NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL

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02 Jan 2026 at 14:33

UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Summary of the contracting process

North Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for consultancy services, focusing on an Options Appraisal of Bereavement Services to enhance the operational model of Warren Hill Crematorium in Kettering and Nene Valley Crematorium in Wellingborough. The procurement, using a limited competition method below threshold, has reached the award stage with BAXI PARTNERSHIP LIMITED as the selected supplier. This consultancy falls under the general management consultancy services category and took place in the region of UKF25, United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 12 January 2026 and runs till 30 October 2026, with a total value of £43,968.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in public sector services, particularly those adept in strategic development and management consulting. This engagement is fitting for SMEs with capabilities in delivering high-quality consultancy for government-focused projects. BAXI PARTNERSHIP LIMITED's involvement indicates the potential for growth in similar sectors, particularly for firms experienced in improving service delivery in bereavement services and other public sector areas. The contract, embodying robust collaboration with sub-central government authorities, is indicative of the emphasis on sustainable and efficient service models, creating avenues for consultancy growth and expanded public sector engagement.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

North Northamptonshire Council Bereavement Services Consultancy

Notice Description

North Northamptonshire Council is inviting proposals from experienced consultancy providers to deliver a comprehensive Options Appraisal of Bereavement Services. This work will inform the development of a sustainable, high-quality operating model for the Council's two crematoria: * Warren Hill Crematorium (Kettering) * Nene Valley Crematorium (Wellingborough)

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-05fecc
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000063-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK7 - Contract Details Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Below threshold - limited competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

CPV Codes

79411000 - General management consultancy services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£36,640 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
2 Jan 20261 months ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
17 Dec 20252 months ago
Contract Period
12 Jan 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 6-12 months
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
CORBY
Postcode
NN17 1QG
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Lloyds
Westminster Constituency
Corby and East Northamptonshire

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

BAXI PARTNERSHIP

Further Information

Notice Documents

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