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title: "Lancashire Crematoria Decarbonisation Feasibility Study"
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published: "2023-10-20"
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# Lancashire Crematoria Decarbonisation Feasibility Study

Buyer: PRESTON CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-f0c833d7-2406-49d5-9fa6-c9582244529f

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## Summary

The Preston City Council has initiated a tender for the "Lancashire Crematoria Decarbonisation Feasibility Study" in the services industry, with a total contract value of £50,000. The procurement method is an open procedure, and the tender period ends on 13th November 2023. The contract is expected to start on 6th December 2023 and end on 29th February 2024. This opportunity is suitable for SMEs and VCSEs interested in transitioning Lancashire crematoria sites to electric cremation.

Preston City Council aims to conduct a study to explore the feasibility of transitioning to electric cremation across multiple Lancashire sites. Businesses in the funeral services sector or those involved in sustainable energy solutions would find this tender particularly relevant. The opportunity allows for joint procurement exercises and emphasises the importance of eco-friendly practices in public services, providing a crucial opportunity for businesses to contribute to decarbonisation efforts in the region.

## Notice

Study across Lancashire crematoria sites to assess options for a transition to electric cremation, including the option of a joint procurement exercise.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6cd9294-4bca-48f7-b165-f0dab16aeba8 |
| 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 | 20 Oct 2023 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2023 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 6 Dec 2023 - 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 | PRESTON CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | PRESTON |
| Post town | Preston |
| Postcode | PR1 2RL |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD45 Mid Lancashire |
| Local authority | Preston |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Preston |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 20 Oct 2023 at 09:54 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6cd9294-4bca-48f7-b165-f0dab16aeba8

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d6cd9294-4bca-48f7-b165-f0dab16aeba8
  20th October 2023 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder

## Notice URLs

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

## Provenance

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