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title: "Transportation of Dead Bodies on behalf of H.M. Coroner Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction"
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# Transportation of Dead Bodies on behalf of H.M. Coroner Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction

Buyer: BLACKPOOL COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6b5b372e-378f-4a36-b674-ba1e955fe6c4

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## Summary

Blackpool Council is seeking tender submissions for the "Transportation of Dead Bodies" on behalf of H.M. Coroner within the Blackpool and Fylde jurisdictions. This open procurement process, which is currently in the award stage, accommodates a total contract value of £350,000 and is classified under cemetery and cremation services. The tender was published on 1st October 2021, with the tender period concluding on 1st November 2021, while the contract is set to start on 1st March 2022 and end on 29th February 2024.

This procurement presents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in sensitive transportation services, particularly those experienced in handling delicate situations such as body removal. Businesses with a proven track record in providing consistent, night and day collection and transport services would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. Engaging in this contract can help SMEs not only to secure a stable revenue stream, but also to enhance their reputation within the public sector.

## Notice

Blackpool Council is seeking contractors to tender for the contract for the Removal of Bodies on behalf of the HM Coroner within the Blackpool and Fylde jurisdiction. The Contractor is required to provide an efficient, sensitive collection and transportation service in a consistent manner at all times both day and night. Blackpool Council are looking to appoint one contractor to cover both the Blackpool & Fylde jurisdictions.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1a46c1-5768-49e1-a4f7-0421dee8190c |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Dec 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 1 Nov 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 30 Nov 2021 |
| Contract period | 1 Dec 2021 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £350,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £350,000 |
| 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 | BLACKPOOL COUNCIL |
| Locality | BLACKPOOL |
| Post town | Blackpool |
| Postcode | FY1 1NA |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD42 Blackpool |
| Local authority | Blackpool |
| Electoral ward | Talbot |
| Westminster constituency | Blackpool South |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | HELEN ASHMORE FUNERAL SERVICE |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services

## Release History

- 2 Dec 2021 at 13:36 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1a46c1-5768-49e1-a4f7-0421dee8190c
- 1 Oct 2021 at 12:23 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/653dc201-86d1-4f87-98b5-4ef0e09917c8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/af1a46c1-5768-49e1-a4f7-0421dee8190c
  2nd December 2021 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/653dc201-86d1-4f87-98b5-4ef0e09917c8
  1st October 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=046adfde-db21-ec11-810e-005056b64545
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## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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