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title: "INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-0553ad"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD"
published: "2025-11-03"
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# INVITATION TO TENDER FOR THE MOVEMENT OF DECEASED BODIES DGMB/25/04

Buyer: DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0553ad

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## Summary

A recent procurement process facilitated by the Dumfries and Galloway Health Board has resulted in an active contract awarded for the movement of deceased bodies. This contract, identified by the tender ID DGMB/25/04, covers funeral and related services under CPV code 98370000, specifically focusing on services required for the Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary and other regional facilities. The procurement was conducted through an open procedure, adhering to regulations specified in CELEX: 32014L0024. The contract, valued at £117,000, was awarded to Dignity Funerals Ltd. The contract commenced on 14 October 2025 and is planned to span three years with a possibility for a one-year extension, indicating a long-term requirement for consistent service delivery in Dumfries, UKM92.

This tender represents a significant opportunity for companies in the funeral services sector to establish or expand their footprint in the Dumfries area. With the base requirements focusing on the transportation and internment of deceased bodies, particularly stillborn infants, businesses that specialize in sensitive and logistical end-of-life care services would be particularly well-suited to compete for similar future contracts. Specifically, organisations with capabilities in electronic submissions and those prepared to handle recurring service needs could find additional prospects for growth through potential contract renewals or new similar service demands within the region. The awarded contract emphasises cost-effective solutions, hinting at the evaluation criteria employed for procurement selection.

## Notice

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Mortuary facilities for Dumfries hospitals are centralised at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary (DGRI). Because of this, it is necessary to arrange a contract with a supplier to transfer deceased bodies to DGRI. There may also be requests put forward to transfer bodies from DGRI Mortuary to the Mountainhall Treatment Centre Mortuary, should there be reduced capacity within the DGRI mortuary. Contract suppliers may also be asked to transfer bodies to Crosshouse Hospital in Ayrshire and return to DGRI, should there be issues with staffing capacity for post-mortem in Dumfries. Also required within this service is for the transportation of still born babies to the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Glasgow for post mortem and return to DGRI. Arrangements will also be required for the internment or cremation of still born babies, this is the most frequent requirement of this service. This quotation is for a 3 year period with the possibility of a further 1 year extension.

Renewal: Recurring Service

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070544-2025 |
| Notice type | Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 3 Nov 2025 |
| Submission deadline | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 13 Oct 2025 |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | Recurring service need |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £70,000 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £117,000 |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Cancelled |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Active |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY HEALTH BOARD |
| Locality | DUMFRIES |
| Post town | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Postcode | DG1 4AP |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM9 Southern Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |
| Local authority | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Electoral ward | Nith |
| Westminster constituency | Dumfries and Galloway |
| Delivery location | TLM92 Dumfries and Galloway |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DIGNITY FUNERALS |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services

## Release History

- 3 Nov 2025 at 15:41 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/070544-2025
- 25 Jun 2025 at 15:28 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/035191-2025

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nhsdg.co.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000802676
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00065

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