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title: "Somerset Council - Public Funerals"
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buyer: "SOMERSET COUNCIL"
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# Somerset Council - Public Funerals

Buyer: SOMERSET COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-42a6ea39-6260-4807-8bb5-1acc20945136

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## Summary

The public procurement process for Somerset Council's Public Health Funeral Services has progressed to the award stage. The contract, valued at £560,000, was awarded to Co-op Funeral Care on 28 May 2025. Somerset Council, the buying organisation located in Taunton, England, seeks to fulfil its obligation under the Public Health (Control of Diseases) Act 1984, section 46, to manage public funerals within the region. The contract period will span from 29 May 2025 to 28 May 2031, utilising an open procurement method. The service falls under the industry category of funeral and related services and offers a period of potential extension beyond the initial three years.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses in the funeral services sector, particularly those capable of providing comprehensive coverage across the specified geographic areas of Somerset. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) may find this tender especially beneficial due to the process's suitability criteria. Given the structured segmentation into lots based on geographical locations, businesses with regional expertise or those looking to expand their services in Somerset and potentially other regions in the UK might find this an ideal chance for growth. The open procedure invites a competitive bidding environment, encouraging diverse participation and innovation in service delivery.

## Notice

Contract for the deliver Public Health Funeral Services for Somerset Council. Contract period of three years with the option to extend it for a further 2 year.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f48aac83-f932-43ca-b9cf-53ee0b8124f6 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 27 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 27 May 2025 |
| Contract period | 28 May 2025 - 28 May 2031 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £560,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £560,000 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SOMERSET COUNCIL |
| Locality | TAUNTON |
| Post town | Taunton |
| Postcode | TA1 4DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK6 North Somerset, Somerset and Dorset |
| ITL 3 | TLK62 Somerset |
| Local authority | Somerset |
| Electoral ward | Bishop's Hull & Taunton West |
| Westminster constituency | Taunton and Wellington |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | CO-OP FUNERAL CARE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services
- 98371000 - Funeral services
- 98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services
- 98371110 - Cemetery services
- 98371111 - Cemetery maintenance services
- 98371120 - Cremation services
- 98371200 - Undertaking services

## Release History

- 27 Jun 2025 at 10:37 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f48aac83-f932-43ca-b9cf-53ee0b8124f6
- 8 Oct 2024 at 14:56 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1edf0bdb-7b56-448c-a1e5-e82fe8ec3fd6

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f48aac83-f932-43ca-b9cf-53ee0b8124f6
  27th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1edf0bdb-7b56-448c-a1e5-e82fe8ec3fd6
  8th October 2024 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- http://ContractFinder
  Contract Finder

## Notice URLs

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## Provenance

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