--- title: "Provision of Funeral Services on behalf of the LB Hillingdon" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON" published: "2021-06-21" --- # Provision of Funeral Services on behalf of the LB Hillingdon Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-02bea1.json) ## Summary The London Borough of Hillingdon is conducting an open procurement process for the provision of funeral services, with the contract valued at £440,000. This tender is currently in the active stage, set to close on 13th July 2021. The successful supplier will provide both contract and community funerals, accommodating the diverse needs of clients within the Borough. The initial contract term is three years, starting in October 2021, with an option for a two-year extension based on performance. The procurement is targeted at funeral service providers who are members of relevant professional bodies, such as The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD). This tender presents an opportunity for funeral service suppliers, particularly those experienced in handling culturally sensitive services, to expand their business within a local authority framework. Businesses that can demonstrate their commitment to professional standards and that have the capacity to fulfil the requirements of both contract and community funerals will be well-positioned to compete. The diversity of clientele in the London Borough of Hillingdon further underscores the necessity for providers who can respect and accommodate varying beliefs and practices in their service delivery. ## Notice The London of Hillingdon is seeking a single supplier to provide a funeral service on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon. The Funerals fall into two main categories: contract or community. LB Hillingdon will provide contract funerals where there are insufficient funds in the client's estate to pay for the funeral costs. Community funerals will be provided where the estate can not afford the cost of a funeral befitting the deceased and in consultation with the LB Hillingdon. Funeral directors must be aware that the London Borough of Hillingdon has a diverse group of clients in age and belief, whose wishes must be respected at all times. Suppliers will be required to be members or affiliated of a professional body such as The National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) or similar and shall agree to follow and abide by the code of practice. Documentation of proof of membership of a professional body will be required and should be maintained throughout the length of the contract. The initial contract term will be for three years with the option to extend for a further two years,. The supplier is required to provide funeral arrangement service where requested by the LB Hillingdon and should overall aim to: a) Provide a respectful funeral service for both contract and community funerals taking into account the deceased person's age, religious or social beliefs as advised. b) Supply a minister of religion, interdenominational preacher or other speaker as requested; c) Adhere to current legislation regarding the disposal of remains and to show environmentally friendly policies; d) Act professional at all times; e) Maintain confidentiality at all times and f) To ensure that all practices and materials used/supplied conform to both LBH's guidelines and those of their represented body (NAFD or SAIF) and those required by legislation The full service requirements can be found within the tender pack, via the tender portal, www.capitalesourcing.com ### Lot Information Lot 1 The London of Hillingdon is seeking a single supplier to provide a funeral service on behalf of the London Borough of Hillingdon. The Funerals fall into two main categories: contract or community. LB Hillingdon will provide contract funerals where there are insufficient funds in the client's estate to pay for the funeral costs. Community funerals will be provided where the estate can afford the cost of a funeral befitting the deceased and in consultation with the LB Hillingdon. Funeral directors must be aware that the London Borough of Hillingdon has a diverse group of clients in age and belief, whose wishes must be respected at all times. The purpose of this tender is to award the contract to a single supplier for the provision of a funeral service as per the specification contained within the tender documents. LB Hillingdon intend to award a three plus two contract(3+2) year contract starting in October 2021 Options: 2 year extension is available subject to satisfactory performance Renewal: 2 year extension subject to satisfactory performance ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014126-2021 | | Notice type | Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 21 Jun 2021 | | Submission deadline | 13 Jul 2021 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £440,000 | | Lots value | Not specified | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HILLINGDON | | Locality | HILLINGDON | | Post town | Not specified | | Postcode | LON DON | | Country | Not specified | | ITL 1 | Not specified | | ITL 2 | Not specified | | ITL 3 | Not specified | | Local authority | Not specified | | Electoral ward | Not specified | | Westminster constituency | Not specified | | Delivery location | TLI74 Harrow and Hillingdon | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98371000 - Funeral services - 98371200 - Undertaking services ## Release History - 21 Jun 2021 at 21:45 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014126-2021 ## Notice URLs - http://www.capitalesourcing.com - http://www.hillingdon.gov.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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