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title: "Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses"
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# Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cbbfdc02-dc6b-4f3a-9ad7-4a9ca47af077

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## Summary

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is currently seeking a supplier for the "Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses" project, as part of their commitment to preserving dignity during sensitive transport. This procurement falls under the industry category of "Funeral and related services" and uses an open procedure for the tender process. The tender period is set to conclude on 18th February 2022, with the contract period commencing from 1st March 2022 and lasting until 29th February 2024. The total estimated value of this contract is £50,000, and the services will be delivered in the East Midlands region of the United Kingdom.

This tender presents an opportunity for businesses specialising in compassionate transportation services, particularly those that meet the essential requirements for handling sensitive cases. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) could particularly find this project advantageous as they may offer personalised services that align with the tender's focus on care and dignity. Businesses in the funeral services sector or those with relevant experience in medical or humane transportation are encouraged to apply, contributing to an essential service that supports grieving families.

## Notice

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust (NGH) are looking to identify a supplier for the Transport of Stillbirths and Non-Viable Foetuses Project NGH. Foetal and neonatal autopsies are not performed at NGH but are instead transferred to the John Radcliffe Hospital Oxford, where the autopsies are performed by a specialist paediatric pathologist. It is essential that the bodies are both collected and returned in a caring and sympathetic manner and that all possible steps are taken to preserve dignity. Certain essential requirements must be satisfied by the person to whom the contract is awarded: -

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a0b6d4c-0603-43d3-99ba-c7bbc8b87a31 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 1 Mar 2022 - 29 Feb 2024 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £50,000 |
| 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 | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5BD |
| 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 | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2022 at 15:55 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a0b6d4c-0603-43d3-99ba-c7bbc8b87a31

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8a0b6d4c-0603-43d3-99ba-c7bbc8b87a31
  17th January 2022 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Northampton:-Funeral-and-related-services./ZS6ZFX9798
  Please follow this link to view the notice.

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