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title: "Appointment of Funeral Directors for Public Health Burials"
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# Appointment of Funeral Directors for Public Health Burials

Buyer: SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-cec453df-c8e2-478d-9a98-b874219baa7d

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## Summary

The Shepway District Council is seeking to appoint a funeral director for public health burials through an open procurement process. The contract has an estimated value of £35,000 and is set for a duration of three years, commencing on 1st July 2017, with an option to extend for an additional two years. The tender, titled "Appointment of Funeral Directors for Public Health Burials," was published on 24th May 2017, and interested suppliers must express their interest via the Kent Business Portal by 16th June 2017. This procurement falls under the services industry category, specifically within funeral and related services, and will be delivered within the South East region of the United Kingdom.

This opportunity represents a significant potential for growth for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary or community sector enterprises (VCSEs) that specialise in funeral services. Businesses that possess the necessary qualifications and experience in providing funeral services could find success in this tender. By securing this contract, suppliers can not only contribute to vital public health operations but also establish a long-term partnership with the Shepway District Council, thereby enhancing their reputation and future bidding prospects.

## Notice

Shepway District Council (the Council) wishes to appoint one company of funeral directors on a fixed price per service contract for a period of 3 years with an option to extend for a further 2 years. Interested suppliers must log in to www.kentbusinessportal.org.uk and Express Interest in the contract to obtain the Invitation to Quote documents.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/636d8e22-a37b-4e10-afb3-c5c7c53985f0 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 24 May 2017 |
| Submission deadline | 16 Jun 2017 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Jun 2017 - 30 Jun 2020 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £35,000 |
| 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 | SHEPWAY DISTRICT COUNCIL |
| Locality | FOLKESTONE |
| Post town | Canterbury |
| Postcode | CT20 2QY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ4 Kent |
| ITL 3 | TLJ44 East Kent |
| Local authority | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Electoral ward | Folkestone Central |
| Westminster constituency | Folkestone and Hythe |
| Delivery location | TLJ South East (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services

## Release History

- 24 May 2017 at 12:25 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/636d8e22-a37b-4e10-afb3-c5c7c53985f0

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/636d8e22-a37b-4e10-afb3-c5c7c53985f0
  24th May 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Advert?advertId=c605eee0-7a40-e711-80e1-005056b64545
  Advert

## Notice URLs

- http://www.shepway.gov.uk/

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