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Summary of the contracting process

The procurement process for the contract titled "CT1379 Memorialisation for Mortonhall Crematorium" was initiated by The City of Edinburgh Council, an established regional authority responsible for general public services. The procurement focused on the supply of memorialisation products, including plaques and columbaria, to be delivered to Mortonhall Crematorium in Edinburgh, UK, under an open procedure. The contract transitioned through planning, tender, and award stages, ultimately being finalised on 6th February 2026, with "Granart" becoming the active supplier. The Council pursued an open procurement method which underscored its inclusivity in attracting diverse bids, with the award valued at £150,000. This contract is marked complete, with delivery staged in the UKM75 region.

This tender provides substantial business growth opportunities, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the memorialisation industry. Companies engaged in manufacturing or supplying commemorative items, such as plaques and vaults, are well-suited to compete for such contracts. Suppliers demonstrating strong financial standing, and meeting technical criteria such as industry accreditation with BRAMM or NAMM, are likely to find success. The procurement process outlined stringent selection criteria focused on economic strength, qualifications, and environmental responsibility, enabling businesses to showcase their capabilities while contributing to community benefits and sustainability efforts. This tender not only strengthens the supply chain but also fosters the growth of suppliers committed to quality and compliance with high industry standards.

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Notice Title

CT1379 Memorialisation for Mortonhall Crematorium

Notice Description

The City of Edinburgh Council's (the Council's) Bereavement Services Team requires a Contract for the provision of Memorialisation items for Bereavement Services. This includes but is not limited to the provision of the following items: - Various types of plaques - Woodland vaults and plaques - Columbarium and plaques - Niche wall and plaques - Bench with plaques - Owl Tree plaques - Memorial walkway bases and plaques

Lot Information

Lot 1

The City of Edinburgh Council's Bereavement Services Team require a contract for the provision of Memorialisation. This includes the provision of plaques, woodland vaults, columbaria, memorial walkway bases and plaques, benches with plaques and niche wall plaques.. Please see tender documentation.

Renewal: This contract will run for a period of two years with the option to extend for up to a further two 12-month periods, undertaken at the sole discretion of the Council.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000764436
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=FEB549346
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Planning, Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
PCS Notice - Website Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
SME

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

34 - Transport equipment and auxiliary products to transportation

39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

34928470 - Signage

39296000 - Funeral supplies

98370000 - Funeral and related services

98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

Notice Value(s)

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

Notice Dates

Publication Date
11 Feb 20266 months ago
Submission Deadline
24 Sep 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
22 Jul 2024Expired
Award Date
6 Feb 20266 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
It is envisaged that this contract opportunity will be advertised in the second quarter of 2027 if the extension options are not undertaken, otherwise in the second quarter of 2029.

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
The City of Edinburgh Council
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
EDINBURGH
Postcode
EH8 8BG
Postcode Area
Edinburgh
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM1 East Central Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM13 City of Edinburgh
Delivery Location
TLM75 City of Edinburgh

Local Authority
City of Edinburgh
Electoral Ward
City Centre
Westminster Constituency
Edinburgh East and Musselburgh

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

Granart

Further Information

Notice Documents

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