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title: "ESPHTW HBC Welfare Funeral Services (ESPH282 TI)"
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# ESPHTW HBC Welfare Funeral Services (ESPH282 TI)

Buyer: SE SHARED SERVICES  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-563a9225-15fa-41e4-96d2-dd187caed812

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## Summary

Hastings Borough Council, through SE Shared Services, is currently conducting a tender for the ESPHTW HBC Welfare Funeral Services (ESPH282 TI). This procurement falls under the funeral and related services industry category, with an estimated contract value of £200,000 and a minimum threshold of £150,000. The tender period will close on 19 February 2019, with the contract expected to commence on 1 May 2019 and last until 30 April 2024. The procurement method employed is an open procedure, designed for above-threshold projects, and the required service delivery will take place in the South East region, specifically Hastings (postal code TN34 3UY).

This tender offers significant growth opportunities for businesses within the funeral services sector, particularly for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) that can provide efficient and compassionate services. Companies that specialise in arranging funerals, cremations, or related support services are well-positioned to compete for this contract. Engaging in this procurement not only allows for the fulfilment of a vital community service but also fosters long-term partnerships with local authorities within the welfare sector.

## Notice

Hastings Borough Council is seeking a supplier to make the necessary funeral arrangements and carry out the cremation or burial on behalf of the Borough Council in response to instructions from it and relating to its duties in respect of welfare funerals Additional information: If you would like to apply for this project please visit sesharedservices.org.uk and search for Hastings Borough Council in the opportunities section. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cc887a5-dc69-4b89-9bab-3a6296077057 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 15 Jan 2019 |
| Submission deadline | 19 Feb 2019 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2019 - 30 Apr 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £200,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | SE SHARED SERVICES |
| Locality | EAST SUSSEX |
| Post town | Tonbridge |
| Postcode | TN34 3UY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ2 Surrey, East and West Sussex |
| ITL 3 | TLJ22 East Sussex CC |
| Local authority | Hastings |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Hastings and Rye |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services
- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 15 Jan 2019 at 13:02 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cc887a5-dc69-4b89-9bab-3a6296077057

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/2cc887a5-dc69-4b89-9bab-3a6296077057
  15th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sesharedservices/aspx/
  Additional information on how to apply for this contract

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hastings.gov.uk/

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