--- title: "PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services" ocid: "ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d.json" source: "Contracts Finder" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL" published: "2017-07-05" --- # PQ0163 - Provision of Genealogy Services Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-b5fd17-fa4dc770-dcb1-4252-80b0-4d58a412593d.json) ## Summary Birmingham City Council is currently conducting a tender process for the "Provision of Genealogy Services". This initiative, classified under funeral and related services, aims to select a single supplier capable of providing both national and international genealogy assistance to locate next of kin. The procurement will be administered through the Council's e-tendering system, In-Tend, with key deadlines set for responses no later than 12:00 hours (GMT) on 28th July 2017. The contract period is anticipated to commence on 1st September 2017 and will extend until 31st March 2019, with delivery locations specified in Birmingham, West Midlands. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in genealogy, funeral services, or related sectors looking to expand their footprint. Companies interested in this contract must be equipped to manage a sensitive service, ensuring compassionate engagement with bereaved families. The model encourages a committed supplier relationship, making it ideal for firms with experience in handling statutory obligations, compliance, and those equipped to pay the Council a minimum fee of £200 per referral. Engaging in this contract can strengthen a business’s reputation while contributing positively to community services. ## Notice The Council wishes appoint one supplier for the provision of National and International genealogy services for the purpose of locating next of kin in order that the Council can comply with its statutory obligations under the Act. A single supplier model has been chosen to ensure the development of a strong working relationship with the Authority and to ensure a consistent and compassionate approach for all families in sourcing next of kin. The Council will provide information to the chosen supplier regarding the deceased for the purpose of locating a relative to assist the council in arranging a funeral for the deceased. The supplier will pay a fee to the Council for this information. The Council invites suppliers to submit a bid relating to the amount of the fee that it will pay to the Council for the information. Contributions for leads in tender response should be a minimum of PS200 per referral. BCC will be using its e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and providers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. The web address is: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc Registration and use of In-tend is free. All correspondence for this procurement process must be via the In-tend correspondence function. If you are unable to register with In-tend please either email cps@birmingham.gov.uk or call 0121 464 8000. If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Councils tender Portal: https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register as a bidder. We will send you a log on and password so you can download the selection questionnaire. Requests to participate must be by way of completion and return of the selection questionnaire no later than 12:00 hours (GMT) on 28th July 2017 using the Supplier Portal. Additional information: If you are interested in tendering please click on the following link to access Birmingham City Council's tender Portal. Delivery Notes Birmingham Is a Recurrent Procurement Type? : No ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Contracts Finder | | Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8cf105-e159-466c-9fb1-26f56143d027 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Not Specified | | Procurement method details | Not specified | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 5 Jul 2017 | | Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2017 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 31 Aug 2017 - 31 Mar 2019 | | 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 | Active | | Lots status | Not specified | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | WEST MIDLANDS | | Post town | Birmingham | | Postcode | B4 7WB | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands | | ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham | | Local authority | Birmingham | | Electoral ward | Newtown | | Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood | | Delivery location | TLG West Midlands (England) | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98370000 - Funeral and related services - 98371000 - Funeral services - 98910000 - Services specific to international organisations and bodies ## Release History - 5 Jul 2017 at 13:07 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8cf105-e159-466c-9fb1-26f56143d027 ## Documents - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/9d8cf105-e159-466c-9fb1-26f56143d027 5th July 2017 - Opportunity notice on Contracts Finder - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/aspx/ Additional information on how to apply for this contract ## Notice URLs - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc - https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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