---
title: "Funeral Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0352b5"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST"
published: "2022-07-15"
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# Funeral Service

Buyer: NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0352b5

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## Summary

The Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust is currently seeking bids for a contract titled "Funeral Service" within the funeral services industry, located in West Northamptonshire. This procurement process is at the Tender stage, with a deadline for submissions set for 15th August 2022. The contract is valued at £195,000 and is set to commence on 1st October 2022, running for a duration of four years. Prospective suppliers can submit tenders either electronically or in written form as per the open procedure initiated by the Trust.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the funeral services sector to expand their client base and establish partnerships with a key public health organisation. Businesses with expertise in conducting professional funeral services, particularly those with a reputation for punctuality, decorum, and compassionate care, would be well-suited to compete. Responding to this contract not only provides financial value but also involves delivering essential services that contribute to community wellbeing.

## Notice

1.2The Contractor will be required to conduct basic cremations and burials as instructed by the Trust. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum, and respect whether mourners are in attendance or not. All the arrangements for the funeral will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust. The Trust's Patient Registration Department or other nominated location is to be informed of such arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral. Where arrangements involve the funeral of a child, the Hospital Chaplaincy is to be contacted to establish if any pastoral support is being provided to those concerned. Except for NVF's (non-viable Foetus), unless otherwise directed, a minister of the appropriate religion shall attend.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

1.2The Contractor will be required to conduct basic cremations and burials as instructed by the Trust. Funerals will be conducted in a professional manner, with punctuality, decency, decorum, and respect whether mourners are in attendance or not. All the arrangements for the funeral will be made in accordance with the requirements of the Trust. The Trust's Patient Registration Department or other nominated location is to be informed of such arrangements at least 72 hours before the time of the funeral. Where arrangements involve the funeral of a child, the Hospital Chaplaincy is to be contacted to establish if any pastoral support is being provided to those concerned. Except for NVF's (non-viable Foetus), unless otherwise directed, a minister of the appropriate religion shall attend. Additional information: To respond to this opportunity please click here: https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/29XDRS6H94

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019469-2022 |
| 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 | 15 Jul 2022 |
| Submission deadline | 15 Aug 2022 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2022 - 30 Sep 2027 |
| Recurrence | 4 years |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £195,000 |
| Lots value | £150,000 |
| 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 | NORTHAMPTON GENERAL HOSPITAL NHS TRUST |
| Locality | NORTHAMPTON |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN1 5BD |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | West Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Delapre and Rushmere |
| Westminster constituency | Northampton South |
| Delivery location | TLF24 West Northamptonshire |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 15 Jul 2022 at 15:05 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/019469-2022

## Notice URLs

- https://theroyalcourtsofjustice.com/
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/29XDRS6H94
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/respond/F832NJ3YTM
- https://www.delta-esourcing.com/tenders/UK-UK-Northampton:-Funeral-services./F832NJ3YTM
- https://www.northamptongeneral.nhs.uk/Home.aspx

## Provenance

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