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title: "Construction for Cremators - Portchester Crematorium"
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# Construction for Cremators - Portchester Crematorium

Buyer: FAREHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-caf998a1-2039-45d0-affb-e426d1eeae9b

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## Summary

Fareham Borough Council has awarded a contract for the remodelling of Portchester Crematorium, including the replacement of cremators and associated works, under a direct procurement method. The project, valued at £418,677, falls under the industry category of construction work for buildings relating to health and social services, crematoriums, and public conveniences. The work is to be carried out in Portchester, South East England, and is scheduled to begin on 8th April 2024, with completion expected by 30th November 2025. The procurement was in the award stage as of 20th February 2025, and the contract was awarded to Vale Southern Construction Limited on 12th March 2024.

This tender presents growth opportunities for construction firms, particularly those specialising in health and social services infrastructure, crematoriums, and public convenience facilities. Small to medium enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) were considered suitable for this tender, making it an attractive option for a variety of business sizes aiming to expand their portfolio in the public sector. Engaging in such contracts can enhance a company's reputation and provide substantial business growth through the successful delivery of specialised construction projects.

## Notice

The works comprise the design, construction, completion and defects rectification of the remodelling of the Portchester Crematorium to facilitate the replacement of the cremators, along with any associated enabling works and services adaptions for Fareham Borough Council at Upper Cornaway Lane, Portchester PO16 8NE

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d40dff-ac3f-4253-94e9-1f9662127bd0 |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Works |
| Procurement method | Direct |
| Procurement method details | Single tender action (below threshold) |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 20 Feb 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Feb 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 12 Mar 2024 |
| Contract period | 7 Apr 2024 - 30 Nov 2025 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £418,677 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £418,677 |
| 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 | FAREHAM BOROUGH COUNCIL |
| Locality | FAREHAM |
| Post town | Portsmouth |
| Postcode | PO16 7AZ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight |
| ITL 3 | TLJ35 South Hampshire |
| Local authority | Fareham |
| Electoral ward | Fareham Town |
| Westminster constituency | Fareham and Waterlooville |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | VALE SOUTHERN CONSTRUCTION |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 45 - Construction work

### Codes

- 45215000 - Construction work for buildings relating to health and social services, for crematoriums and public conveniences

## Release History

- 20 Feb 2025 at 15:45 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d40dff-ac3f-4253-94e9-1f9662127bd0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/a3d40dff-ac3f-4253-94e9-1f9662127bd0
  20th February 2025 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder

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