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title: "Cemetery Memorial Testing"
ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-bb9005f6-ef14-4714-a3d6-c3773eaf26b3"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL"
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# Cemetery Memorial Testing

Buyer: SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-bb9005f6-ef14-4714-a3d6-c3773eaf26b3

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## Summary

South Tyneside Council is inviting tenders for a project titled "Cemetery Memorial Testing" within the cemetery services industry. The procurement process is currently in the Tender stage, with the deadline for submissions set for 17th September 2021. The contract's value amounts to £60,000, and the service is to be delivered in the North East of England. The contract period is scheduled to commence on 1st November 2021 and conclude on 31st October 2023. This procurement follows an open procedure, aimed at providing transparency and accessibility to potential bidders.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specialising in cemetery services and maintenance. Companies that have experience with memorial testing and possess the required qualifications—such as training from recognised institutions—will be particularly well-suited to compete. Engaging in this contract could facilitate business growth by expanding service offerings and establishing long-term relationships with local authorities, ultimately enhancing reputational standing in the public sector.

## Notice

South Tyneside Council are looking for Cemetery Memorial Testing Testing process All staff carrying out inspections MUST have been trained by the National Association of Memorial Masons training sessions OR The British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons and have passed the City & Guilds Certificate of Competence or NVQ memorial safety units for the safety inspection and assessment of memorial qualification We will apply a proportionate approach to testing in each cemetery which will mean that any book, rest or footstone less, than 18 inches in height, will not be tested. Testing should be completed in line with the guidance ICCM Management of Memorials Aug 2019 https://www.iccm-uk.com/iccm/wp-content/library/iccm_MM Policy Final 08 2019.pdf is the link NEPO Portal reference DN563133 Documents available via NEPO https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=7c11a606-72fb-eb11-810d-005056b64545 This project is advertised on the NEPO Portal reference DN563133

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/053359ac-35a0-4a72-a6fa-417302abbdad |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 25 Aug 2021 |
| Submission deadline | 17 Sep 2021 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Nov 2021 - 31 Oct 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £60,000 |
| 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 | SOUTH TYNESIDE COUNCIL |
| Locality | SOUTH SHIELDS |
| Post town | Newcastle upon Tyne |
| Postcode | NE33 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLC North East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear |
| ITL 3 | TLC43 Tyneside |
| Local authority | South Tyneside |
| Electoral ward | Beacon and Bents |
| Westminster constituency | South Shields |
| Delivery location | TLC North East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371110 - Cemetery services
- 98371111 - Cemetery maintenance services

## Release History

- 25 Aug 2021 at 14:10 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/053359ac-35a0-4a72-a6fa-417302abbdad

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/053359ac-35a0-4a72-a6fa-417302abbdad
  25th August 2021 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- https://procontract.due-north.com/ProjectManagement/ProjectDashboard?projectId=7c11a606-72fb-eb11-810d-005056b64545
- https://www.iccm-uk.com/iccm/wp-content/library/iccm_MM

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