--- title: "Tender for Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2019-01-16" --- # Tender for Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers Buyer: SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-69925e4f-a8e8-4d2d-a786-5b3e62f391a2.json) ## Summary The Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council is inviting tenders for the "Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers," essential for maintaining its crematoria and cemeteries located in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. This tender, part of an open procurement process, is currently in the planning stage, with a deadline for submission set on Wednesday, 6th February 2019, at 15:00hrs. The appointed contract will commence on 1st April 2019 and will last for four years, concluding on 31st March 2023. The estimated total value, excluding VAT, of the contract is approximately £140,000, reflecting recent historical expenditure of £35,000 over a twelve-month period. This opportunity presents a significant avenue for business growth, particularly for companies specialising in cemetery services and installation works. Suppliers with experience in supplying burial chambers or similar items will find themselves well-positioned to compete effectively. The use of the In-tend e-Tendering System facilitates access for potential contractors to register interest, view tender documents, and submit their proposals, thereby fostering greater competition and innovation within the sector. ## Notice Tender for Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers Sandwell MBC ("the Council") has two crematoria and eight cemeteries for which it is responsible. The Crematoria act as key functional services in meeting Environmental Health Regulations as well as providing a local service to the residents of Sandwell, where they can access appropriate means for the cremation and burial of the deceased. The Crematoria and Cemeteries also act as places where bereaved families and friends can have various lasting memorials erected in a peaceful and respectful setting to commemorate their loved ones. To support this, the Council has an on-going requirement for the Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers. Expenditure Expenditure for the Supply & Installation of Muslim Burial Chambers for the Council over a recent 12 (twelve) month period was PS35,000.00. The total estimated value excluding VAT for the entire duration of the contract is PS140,000.00. This value is based on historical spend data and is intended to be used as a guide only and is not a guarantee of the level of business that will be generated from the Contract. The Council shall determine on an individual purchase basis throughout the period of the Contract which particular Goods and or Services it shall require. Period of Contract The Contract shall take effect on the Commencement Date and (unless it is otherwise terminated in accordance with the terms of the Contract or it is otherwise lawfully terminated) shall determine at the end of the period as set out in the award letter. As an indication the Contract is expected to commence on 1st April 2019 and will be for a period of four (4) years effective from 1st April 2019 to 31st March 2023. Supplier Appointment On the basis of the Tender submissions the Council will select a single supplier to supply the Goods / provide the Services as listed within the Tender to the Council. The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. From here you will be able to register your company, express an interest in the opportunity, and gain immediate access to the ITT and other related documents. In Order To View the On-Line Questionnaire and Submit a Tender, you will be required to' Opt-In'. For a Step by Step user guide to the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal please click on the 'Guidance for Suppliers' section of the website. All procurement responses must be carried out via the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. If you require further assistance in respect of the system please contact the In-tend support team on 0844 272 8810. Closing date: Wednesday 06 February 2019 at 15:00hrs Additional information: The Council will be using the In-tend e-Tendering System for this Procurement exercise, please visit https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc to access the Sandwell MBC In-tend Supplier Portal. Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe519dfa-8e9d-40db-a96e-f0a21922c2bb | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 16 Jan 2019 | | Submission deadline | 6 Feb 2019 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2023 | | 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 | SANDWELL METROPOLITAN BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B69 3DB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG37 Sandwell | | Local authority | Sandwell | | Electoral ward | Oldbury | | Westminster constituency | West Bromwich | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 45215400 - Cemetery works - 98371110 - Cemetery services ## Release History - 16 Jan 2019 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe519dfa-8e9d-40db-a96e-f0a21922c2bb - 16 Jan 2019 at 11:39 - TenderAmendment - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe519dfa-8e9d-40db-a96e-f0a21922c2bb - 16 Jan 2019 at 11:33 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe519dfa-8e9d-40db-a96e-f0a21922c2bb ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/fe519dfa-8e9d-40db-a96e-f0a21922c2bb 16th January 2019 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/sandwellmbc ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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