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20 Jul 2026 at 11:05

Summary of the contracting process

The Pembrokeshire County Council is currently inviting tenders for the "Provision of Grave Digging Services" in Pembrokeshire. This procurement falls under the works industry category and is being conducted through an open competition method. The tendering process is actively in the tender stage, with the tender period concluding on 17th August 2026 at 14:00. Interested parties should also note the deadline for inquiries is 12th August 2026 at 12:00. This contract will commence on 1st October 2026 and is set to end on 30th September 2029, with a possible extension of up to two additional years upon mutual agreement.

This tender represents a valuable opportunity for businesses involved in grave-digging and associated works, allowing them to engage in a substantial contract with a gross value of £180,000. Suitable candidates will likely be those with expertise in delivering sensitive and challenging services, quality assurance, health and safety management, and continuity of service. The open procurement method ensures accessibility for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), facilitating business growth and increased market presence. Successful bidders will demonstrate strong delivery methodology and price competitiveness as part of the evaluation criteria.

How relevant is this notice?

Notice Title

Provision of Grave Digging Services

Notice Description

The council is looking for a contractor to provide grave digging services to selected sites within Pembrokeshire.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: Option to extend for up to a further 2 years (1 year + 1 year) upon agreement of both parties.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06cead
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/068173-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

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

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

45112410 - Grave-digging work

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Lots Value
£150,000 £100K-£500K
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
20 Jul 20262 days ago
Submission Deadline
17 Aug 20264 weeks to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2029 3-4 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
PEMBROKESHIRE COUNTY 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
PEMBROKESHIRE
Postcode
SA61 1TP
Post Town
Swansea
Country
Wales

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLL Wales
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLL4 Mid and South West Wales
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLL42 South West Wales
Delivery Location
Not specified

Local Authority
Pembrokeshire
Electoral Ward
Haverfordwest: Castle
Westminster Constituency
Mid and South Pembrokeshire

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