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title: "Preliminary Market Consultation - Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner"
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buyer: "NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL"
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# Preliminary Market Consultation - Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner

Buyer: NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Planning  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-d01cab2d-c280-4ecb-9339-8348d0362595

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## Summary

The North East Lincolnshire Council is currently in the planning stage of a Preliminary Market Consultation titled "Affordable Funeral Service and Transport of the Deceased on Behalf of HM Coroner." This consultation focuses on two key areas: the provision of transport services for the deceased and the establishment of an affordable funeral service specifically for the North East Lincolnshire area. The engagement process is set to conclude on 7th February 2020, with additional details available through early engagement notices published on Contracts Finder.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for local small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and voluntary, community, and social enterprises (VCSEs) to engage in a burgeoning market related to funeral services. Companies with expertise in transport logistics, funeral services, or community-focused offerings would be particularly well-suited to participate, capitalising on the growing demand for affordable options in the area. Engaging with this consultation can provide businesses valuable insights and potential pathways to secure contracts aimed at enhancing local funeral service provisions.

## Notice

Please note, the Authority is consulting on the following two topics within this one Preliminary Market Consultation: * Preliminary Market Consultation 1 - Transport of the Deceased on behalf of HM Coroner * Preliminary Market Consultation 2 - Affordable Funeral Service - North East Lincolnshire area only. The project is looking at establishing an affordable funeral service, which is not about establishing a full funeral director business, but being able to offer a low cost funeral option to the local community.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d382850-fe4c-48a2-a01b-ac4c3c1ad6cc |
| Notice type | Market Engagement Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Not specified |
| Procurement method | Not Specified |
| Procurement method details | Not specified |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Jan 2020 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | 7 Feb 2020 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Planning |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH EAST LINCOLNSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | GRIMSBY |
| Post town | Doncaster |
| Postcode | DN31 1HU |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |
| ITL 2 | TLE1 East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire |
| ITL 3 | TLE13 North and North East Lincolnshire |
| Local authority | North East Lincolnshire |
| Electoral ward | West Marsh |
| Westminster constituency | Great Grimsby and Cleethorpes |
| Delivery location | TLE Yorkshire and The Humber |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services

## Release History

- 17 Jan 2020 at 08:56 - Planning - Market Engagement Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d382850-fe4c-48a2-a01b-ac4c3c1ad6cc

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/8d382850-fe4c-48a2-a01b-ac4c3c1ad6cc
  17th January 2020 - Early engagement notice on Contracts Finder
- http://www.yortender.co.uk
  Full details can be found at:

## Notice URLs

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

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