Award

INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD

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Award

03 Nov 2025 at 00:00

Tender

25 Jun 2025 at 00:00

Summary of the contracting process

The Dumfries and Galloway Health Board has issued an invitation to tender titled "INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04", related to the health services sector. The tender involves the transportation of deceased bodies among various facilities such as Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary, Mountainhall Treatment Centre, Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire, and Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow, with additional requirements for handling stillborn babies. Located in Dumfries, the procurement process follows an open procedure for services, accommodating electronic submissions. Essential dates include the tender period ending on 28th July 2025 at noon, with the award process commencing immediately thereafter. The contract spans three years with a possibility of a one-year extension and is valued at £70,000.

This tender presents a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in logistics, particularly those with expertise in sensitive medical transport services. Companies with experience in handling medical and mortuary logistics will find this tender particularly suited to their capabilities. By securing this contract, businesses can significantly expand their operations into the health sector, ensuring steady work over the contract's duration. Furthermore, companies adhering to the open procedure will benefit from the transparency of the process, aiding in strategic planning and execution. This opportunity beckons for proactive organisations ready to navigate the nuances of medical transport, providing essential services to the Dumfries healthcare infrastructure.

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Notice Title

INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04

Notice Description

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

Lot Information

Lot 1

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

Renewal: Recurring Service

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-r6ebe6-0000802676
Publication Source
Public Contracts Scotland
Latest Notice
https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542622
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Tender, Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

98 - Other community, social and personal services


CPV Codes

98370000 - Funeral and related services

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£70,000 Under £100K
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£117,000 £100K-£500K

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Nov 20253 months ago
Submission Deadline
28 Jul 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Oct 20254 months ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Recurring service need

Notice Status

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

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
marc.boyes@nhs.scot
Contact Phone
+44 1387246246

Buyer Location

Locality
DUMFRIES
Postcode
DG1 4AP
Post Town
Dumfries and Galloway
Country
Scotland

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLM Scotland
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLM9 Southern Scotland
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway
Delivery Location
TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway

Local Authority
Dumfries and Galloway
Electoral Ward
Nith
Westminster Constituency
Dumfries and Galloway

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

DIGNITY FUNERALS

Further Information

Notice Documents

  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JUN533308
    INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04 - Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.
  • https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=NOV542622
    INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04 - Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

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