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Project Management Services for GYBC Cremator Plant Replacement & Site Expansion

GREAT YARMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL

This public procurement record has 3 releases in its history.

Award

30 Mar 2026 at 09:56

Award

17 Feb 2026 at 17:18

Tender

22 Jan 2026 at 14:15

Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the Project Management Services concerning the replacement and site expansion of the cremator plant at Great Yarmouth Crematorium was managed by Great Yarmouth Borough Council. This project, classified under the services industry category, involves upgrading the cremation facilities to comply with legal requirements. Located in Great Yarmouth, United Kingdom, the tender process was conducted using an open competition method below the threshold. The procurement process commenced with the tender notice published on 22 January 2026, followed by the award stage completed on 30 March 2026. The contract, awarded to Gentoo Project Management Ltd, is active and runs from 19 February 2026 to 31 October 2027. The key dates for this project included the tender closing on 5 February 2026 and the signing of the contract on 19 February 2026.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, particularly for firms specialising in project management, construction, and cemetery services. SMEs can benefit from this project due to the nature of the open procurement method and the specific requirements outlined. Gentoo Project Management Limited, a small and medium-sized enterprise, seized the opportunity within this competitive environment, demonstrating the potential for similar businesses to engage. Businesses with expertise in environmental compliance for cremation equipment, refurbishment, and logistics are well-positioned to compete in such tenders, fostering industry-specific skills enhancement and growth.

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Notice Title

Project Management Services for GYBC Cremator Plant Replacement & Site Expansion

Notice Description

Great Yarmouth Borough Council (GYBC) has a requirement to replace the existing cremators with new cremators and accompanying emissions abatement system, along with improvements to extend and refurbish elements of the existing building. The project involves extending and refurbishing the existing Great Yarmouth Crematorium, along with replacing and upgrading the cremators to meet upcoming legal requirements. GYBC are looking to procure Project Management services for replacement of existing cremators and associated building works at Great Yarmouth Crematorium. (there will be a separate tender for the various design team who will need to work in conjunction with the Project Manager Services supplier). Please see Section C - Specification for further information on the services requirement.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-060c53
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/028944-2026
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

71 - Architectural, construction, engineering and inspection services

72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

42350000 - Cremators

45215300 - Construction work for crematoriums

71541000 - Construction project management services

72224000 - Project management consultancy services

98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

98371120 - Cremation services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£110,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
£2 Under £100K
Contracts Value
£2 Under £100K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
30 Mar 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
5 Feb 2026Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
11 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
19 Feb 2026 - 31 Oct 2027 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GREAT YARMOUTH BOROUGH COUNCIL
Additional Buyers

EAST SUFFOLK COUNCIL

Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GREAT YARMOUTH
Postcode
NR30 2QF
Post Town
Norwich
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLH East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLH6 Suffolk
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLH63 East Suffolk
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
East Suffolk
Electoral Ward
Kirkley & Pakefield
Westminster Constituency
Lowestoft

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

GENTOO PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Further Information

Notice Documents

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