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title: "Contract for the removal of bodies where death has been referred to HM Coroner"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL"
published: "2025-06-10"
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# Contract for the removal of bodies where death has been referred to HM Coroner

Buyer: WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-806dbec6-a492-4b2a-9909-537d55860c56

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## Summary

West Northamptonshire Council has completed the procurement process for a contract titled "Contract for the removal of bodies where death has been referred to HM Coroner." This procurement is categorised under funeral services and involves servicing the Northampton area with postal code NN1 1ED. This process reached the award stage, with Cooksleys Independent Funeral Services Ltd being the selected supplier. The procurement followed an open procedure above the threshold, ensuring competitive bidding. The contract, valued at £340,000, commenced on 13 September 2023 and will last until 12 September 2026.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for SMEs, especially those specialising in funeral services or related fields. The contract's substantial duration and value provide a stable revenue stream for businesses that can meet the service requirements within the Northampton area. Companies with a strong operational base in the region and capabilities in funeral services would be well-suited to compete in such tenders, potentially leading to further growth and expansion into public sector contracts.

## Notice

CONTRACT FOR THE REMOVAL OF BODIES WHERE DEATH HAS BEEN REFERRED TO H.M. CORONER

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ce2514f-f184-4684-bcb5-de5a615bc137 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (above threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 10 Jun 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 12 Sep 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Sep 2023 |
| Contract period | 12 Sep 2023 - 12 Sep 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £340,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £340,000 |
| 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 | WEST NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| 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 | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | COOKSLEYS INDEPENDENT FUNERAL SERVICES |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 10 Jun 2025 at 08:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ce2514f-f184-4684-bcb5-de5a615bc137

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/1ce2514f-f184-4684-bcb5-de5a615bc137
  10th June 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

## Provenance

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