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title: "Funeral Services-2019"
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# Funeral Services-2019

Buyer: UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f01c151c-9b12-4380-a2e3-f657299af876

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## Summary

The University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust is seeking to engage a contractor for the provision of funeral services as part of their "Funeral Services-2019" initiative. This procurement falls under the category of funeral services and encompasses three types of funerals, including adult and child funerals, as well as ceremonial services for the disposal of foetal remains. The procurement process is currently at the tender stage, with a submission deadline set for 8th April 2020. The contract, valued at £180,000, will commence on 1st August 2020 and conclude on 31st July 2023. Interested parties must register via the Proactis portal to access the tender documents and submit their expressions of interest.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in funeral services, particularly those capable of providing high-quality, compassionate support in sensitive circumstances. Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are encouraged to participate, as they may offer personalised services that align with the Trust's requirement for dignity and quality. This opportunity could be especially appealing to businesses within the East Midlands region, located near the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital, and Glenfield General Hospital, thereby allowing for efficient service delivery.

## Notice

Scope of Contract The University Hospitals of Leicester is seeking to appoint a Contractor to provide funeral services for the Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester General Hospital and Glenfield General Hospital. This contract covers three types of funerals: * Adult and Child funerals * Baby funerals * Ceremony for the Disposal of Foetal Remains The Trust wishes the successful Contractor to provide a highly professional, quality, compassionate, sensitive service for the deceased patients, ensuring that the final arrangements for them are provided in a dignified manner whether or not mourners are in attendance. Additional information: Please register and send all expressions of interest via the Proactis portal. Once registered you will be able to obtain tender documents via the portal under "opportunities" within the portalroahttp://www.supplying2nhs.org/

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65df8fe-108b-4f6d-8e7c-138ab631cde3 |
| 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 | 16 Mar 2020 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Apr 2020 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 31 Jul 2020 - 31 Jul 2023 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £180,000 |
| 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 | UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS OF LEICESTER NHS TRUST |
| Locality | LEICESTER |
| Post town | Leicester |
| Postcode | LE3 8TB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF22 Leicestershire CC and Rutland |
| Local authority | Blaby |
| Electoral ward | Glenfield Faire |
| Westminster constituency | Mid Leicestershire |
| Delivery location | TLF East Midlands (England) |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 16 Mar 2020 at 10:42 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65df8fe-108b-4f6d-8e7c-138ab631cde3

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/c65df8fe-108b-4f6d-8e7c-138ab631cde3
  16th March 2020 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

- http://www.supplying2nhs.org/

## Provenance

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