--- title: "PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services - AWARD" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL" published: "2017-10-30" --- # PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services - AWARD Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-6ce2f172-0d7f-496e-9089-86b0067b0221.json) ## Summary The procurement process involves Birmingham City Council seeking a supplier for the provision of National and International genealogy services, specifically aimed at locating next of kin to fulfil statutory obligations. The tender, titled "PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services," is classified under the industry category of funeral and related services. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender was awarded on 27th October 2017. The effective contract period is set to run from 1st November 2017 to 30th April 2019, with the deadline for expressing interest having been 12:00 hours GMT on 28th July 2017. This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses involved in genealogy and related services, particularly those capable of engaging in compassionate and sensitive interactions with families during difficult times. Companies with expertise in locating individuals or providing support services for bereaved families would be well-positioned to compete. The single supplier model emphasises the need for a reliable relationship between the supplier and the Council, enhancing business prospects for those who can demonstrate a strong commitment to quality service delivery. ## Notice The Council wishes appoint one supplier for the provision of National and International genealogy services for the purpose of locating next of kin in order that the Council can comply with its statutory obligations under the Act. A single supplier model has been chosen to ensure the development of a strong working relationship with the Authority and to ensure a consistent and compassionate approach for all families in sourcing next of kin. The Council will provide information to the chosen supplier regarding the deceased for the purpose of locating a relative to assist the council in arranging a funeral for the deceased. The supplier will pay a fee to the Council for this information. The Council invites suppliers to submit a bid relating to the amount of the fee that it will pay to the Council for the information. Contributions for leads in tender response should be a minimum of PS200 per referral. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of In-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with In-tend please either email cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. 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Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the selection questionnaire no later than 12:00 hours (GMT) on 28th July 2017 using the Supplier Portal. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7eaae1c-1d46-49b9-80dc-aa75300f02ba | | Notice type | Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Oct 2017 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 26 Oct 2017 | | Contract period | 1 Nov 2017 - 30 Apr 2019 | | 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 | Complete | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 7WB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Newtown | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | FRASER AND FRASER | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98370000 - Funeral and related services - 98371000 - Funeral services - 98910000 - Services specific to international organisations and bodies ## Release History - 30 Oct 2017 at 15:10 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7eaae1c-1d46-49b9-80dc-aa75300f02ba ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/f7eaae1c-1d46-49b9-80dc-aa75300f02ba 30th October 2017 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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