--- title: "Public Health Funerals" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL" published: "2025-02-28" --- # Public Health Funerals Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-61524368-b74c-448c-b21d-4f68df270c8a.json) ## Summary West Northamptonshire Council is seeking to procure public health funeral services under a framework agreement divided into two Lots, covering Central Northampton and Wider West Northamptonshire. This procurement process falls under the services category, specifically funeral services (CPV: 98371000). The open procedure, active since 21 February 2025, invites applications until 24 March 2025 at 12:00 PM. The contract period will span from 19 May 2025 to 19 May 2027. Located in East Midlands, this tender highlights ease of submission and minimal requirements assessment for providers. West Northamptonshire Council, led by contact person Jason Shanks, is managing the process. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specializing in funeral services, especially those equipped to serve a public health mandate. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are particularly encouraged to apply. The division into two lots allows tailored solutions for different geographical areas, potentially enhancing service delivery and operational efficiency. Additionally, the opportunity to provide competitive pricing while incorporating social value benefits makes this a valuable proposition for businesses looking to grow and establish long-term relationships with the council. ## Notice West Northamptonshire Council (the Council) has a statutory duty under the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984 to provide suitable funeral arrangements for persons who have died within the West Northamptonshire area where there is no one prepared to make suitable funeral arrangements. This can apply to any person who dies in private or council owned property, in the street or open air, or at a nursing/residential care home or hospice. To fulfil this duty, the Council is seeking to award a framework with two separate Lots. Each Lot will be awarded to a single Provider and will cover a defined geographical area of West Northamptonshire as follows: Lot 1 - Central Northampton Lot 2 - Wider West Northants For full details about this opportunity and to submit an application please register on the Council's In-Tend portal which can be found at: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home Please note, we have designed the process in a minimalist fashion to allow Providers to easily confirm whether they meet the Council's minimum requirements and at what price this can be delivered alongside any social value that can be offered. However, should any Providers find they are having difficulties in submitting their tenders, please contact us via the messaging function of In-Tend or if you are experiencing problems using In-tend please email procurement@westnorthants.gov.uk marking the subject header Public Health Funerals For Attention Of Jason Shanks Additional information: Please visit the West Northamptonshire Council e-Procurement Portal (https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home) to register your interest in this opportunity and to access the documentation. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : Yes ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cb01743-5bf7-44c2-8549-d2c9e2f8e9c8 | | 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 | 28 Feb 2025 | | Submission deadline | 24 Mar 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 19 May 2025 - 19 May 2027 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | Not specified | | 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL | | Locality | NORTHAMPTONSHIRE | | Post town | Northampton | | Postcode | NN1 1ED | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire | | ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire | | Local authority | West Northamptonshire | | Electoral ward | Castle | | Westminster constituency | Northampton North | | Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98371000 - Funeral services ## Release History - 28 Feb 2025 at 09:08 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cb01743-5bf7-44c2-8549-d2c9e2f8e9c8 - 28 Feb 2025 at 09:06 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cb01743-5bf7-44c2-8549-d2c9e2f8e9c8 - 21 Feb 2025 at 15:15 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cb01743-5bf7-44c2-8549-d2c9e2f8e9c8 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/7cb01743-5bf7-44c2-8549-d2c9e2f8e9c8 28th February 2025 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/wnc/aspx/Home - https://www.westnorthants.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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