This public procurement record has 2 releases in its history.

Tender

06 Aug 2026 at 12:48

Planning

21 May 2026 at 10:33

Summary of the contracting process

Nottingham City Council has initiated a procurement process titled "Wilford Hill Crematorium - Replacement & Maintenance Programme," focusing on the replacement of cremation equipment and long-term maintenance at Wilford Hill Crematorium, located in Nottingham. This contract involves the removal and disposal of existing Evans 300/2 cremators and associated systems, with an emphasis on ensuring continuous operational capability throughout the programme. The procurement falls under the construction category and involves works-related activities, with a total estimated value of £3,136,200. The contract is at the tender stage, with a submission deadline on 30 September 2026, followed by an award expected by 26 October 2026. The procurement method is open, utilizing a competitive flexible procedure to invite tenders.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specializing in construction, mechanical, and electrical installations, particularly those with expertise in cremation equipment and associated services. Companies holding relevant accreditations like NICEIC or NAPIT for electrical works, Gas Safe registration for industrial installations, and MCERTS for emissions monitoring will be well-positioned to compete. The maintenance agreement, potentially spanning up to 25 years with break clauses, offers a sustained income stream while ensuring compliance with regulatory and environmental standards. The procurement's scope and anticipated duration make it an appealing prospect for businesses aiming to expand their portfolios in public sector projects, particularly in the geographical region of Nottingham, UK.

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Notice Title

Wilford Hill Crematorium - Replacement & Maintenance Programme

Notice Description

This contract is for the safe removal and disposal under license of 3 existing Evans 300/2 Cremators and double emissions abatement system (including all ancillary items connected to the cremation process), replacing them with new, fuel efficient plant and equipment at Wilford Hill Crematorium, Loughborough Road, Nottingham. The Crematorium must remain operational throughout the programme. The works will therefore require careful planning, phasing, and coordination to ensure continuity of cremation services. The selected Contractor will enter into a long-term maintenance, servicing, and technical agreement of the cremation plant for up to 25 years, reflecting the anticipated lifecycle of the cremation plant. The maintenance contract will include break clauses at five-year intervals, exercisable at the Authority's discretion.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-069ed3
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/074755-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Planning, Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Competitive flexible procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery

45 - Construction work

51 - Installation services (except software)


CPV Codes

42350000 - Cremators

45215300 - Construction work for crematoriums

51100000 - Installation services of electrical and mechanical equipment

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£2,613,500 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£2,613,500 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
6 Aug 20265 days ago
Submission Deadline
30 Sep 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
30 Jun 2026Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
9 Nov 2026 - 8 Nov 2051 Over 5 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
NOTTINGHAM CITY 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
NOTTINGHAM
Postcode
NG2 3NG
Post Town
Nottingham
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF14 Nottingham
Delivery Location
TLF1 Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, TLF14 Nottingham

Local Authority
Nottingham
Electoral Ward
Castle
Westminster Constituency
Nottingham East

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