--- title: "WHHT - Baby Funeral Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "HERTFORDSHIRE NHS PROCUREMENT" published: "2021-03-10" --- # WHHT - Baby Funeral Services Buyer: HERTFORDSHIRE NHS PROCUREMENT Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-592bc152-9363-46fc-b338-26f2ff2dc5d7.json) ## Summary The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) is currently inviting tenders for baby funeral services as part of an open procurement process. The anticipated contract will initially last for three years, with the possibility of extending it up to a maximum of five years. The tender is classified under the CPV code for funeral services, with a total contract value of £120,000. Interested parties must submit their proposals by 16 April 2021. The services will be required to comply with the guidelines set by the National Association of Funeral Directors, and all arrangements should be considerate of diverse cultural practices. This tender represents a significant opportunity for funeral service providers, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs), looking to expand their service offerings in a sensitive and specialised field. Competitors should be prepared to demonstrate professionalism and the ability to adhere to strict documentation and procedural requirements laid out by WHHT, ensuring high standards of care for bereaved families. This tender could foster business growth through potential long-term contracts within the health sector, focusing on compassionate service provision. ## Notice The West Hertfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust (WHHT) is inviting tenders for baby funeral services. The anticipated contract length is an initial 3 years, with options to extend, up to a maximum of 5 years. Child funeral services apply to those funeral services where the deceased is under 12 years of age, including funeral services for stillborn or infants, and fetal disposal arrangements (non-viable fetuses - NVFs). Full details of the Trust's requirements will be available in the specification contained within the tender documentation. Core requirements include: - The contract(s) shall be performed generally in accordance with the Code of Practice of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD); - The contractor(s) will be required to carry out basic cremations and burials as instructed by the WHHT. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum and respect for a diverse range of cultures whether or not mourners are in attendance; - Contractors' staff will be expected to have received training with respect to their specific duties and must use the appropriate dress code; - All funeral arrangements will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust, patient and relatives. The WHHT's bereavement services or other nominated location is to be informed of any changes to agreed arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral; - Funeral directors shall use every endeavour to ensure that the client, and also the Trust, understand the range of services and care offered, the prices and also any known disbursements, being the fees which may be paid out on behalf of the Trust, to Ministers of Religion, Civil Celebrates, Cemetery or Crematorium fees, and suchlike; - The contractor(s) shall ensure that the appropriate certificates are issued and all other documentation (such as ensuring the correct identity of the deceased) has been completed before a funeral takes place; - The services shall be provided in accordance with the specification and, except in emergencies, the contractor(s) shall not deviate from the specification without the prior written consent of the Trust's Authorised Officer. Additional information: FTS Ref: 2021/S 000-004766 e-Tendering Portal URL: https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html ITT Ref: itt_HP_31879 ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66483097-53a6-4528-927f-5bc7dfebc6d2 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Mar 2021 | | Submission deadline | 16 Apr 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 2 May 2021 - 2 May 2024 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | 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 | HERTFORDSHIRE NHS PROCUREMENT | | Locality | WELWYN GARDEN CITY | | Post town | St Albans | | Postcode | AL8 6NS | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLH East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLH2 Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire | | ITL 3 | TLH26 North and East Hertfordshire | | Local authority | Welwyn Hatfield | | Electoral ward | Handside | | Westminster constituency | Welwyn Hatfield | | Delivery location | Not specified | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98371000 - Funeral services ## Release History - 10 Mar 2021 at 09:13 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66483097-53a6-4528-927f-5bc7dfebc6d2 - 10 Mar 2021 at 09:00 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66483097-53a6-4528-927f-5bc7dfebc6d2 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/66483097-53a6-4528-927f-5bc7dfebc6d2 10th March 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://nhs.bravosolution.co.uk/nhs_collaborative/web/login.html ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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