---
title: "Coroner's Body Removal Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05a186"
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source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-17"
---

# Coroner's Body Removal Services

Buyer: OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05a186

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## Summary

Oxfordshire County Council is overseeing the procurement process for Coroner's Body Removal Services within Oxfordshire. This contract, valued at £516,300, is set to commence on 1st May 2026 and will run through to 30th April 2029, with an option for a three-year extension. The procurement follows an open procedure under the UK's legal framework and focuses on cemetery services and cremation. Following the standstill period ending 27th March 2026, the contract is poised for signature on 31st March 2026. The buying organisation is a sub-central public authority located in Oxford, aiming to enhance service provisions across Cherwell, West Oxfordshire, Vale of White Horse, South Oxfordshire, and Oxford City.

This tender presents substantial opportunities for businesses involved in funeral services, tailoring their capabilities to meet the county's specific requirements. Enterprising firms with expertise in funeral or body removal services, particularly Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), are encouraged to participate. The competitive landscape requires innovative solutions to cater to diverse areas within Oxfordshire, allowing companies to expand local networks and consolidate their service offerings. Garnering a substantial value and requiring high-quality standards, this procurement process effectively positions suitable businesses for growth while contributing to public service enhancement.

## Notice

The contract is for the provision of the Coroner Body Removal Service in the County of Oxfordshire on behalf of Oxfordshire County Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024093-2026 |
| Notice type | UK6 - Contract Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 17 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 13 Nov 2025 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 16 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 30 Apr 2026 - 30 Apr 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £450,000 |
| Lots value | £450,000 |
| Awards value | £516,300 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Complete |
| Awards status | Pending |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | OXFORDSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL |
| Locality | OXFORD |
| Post town | Oxford |
| Postcode | OX1 1ND |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLJ1 Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire |
| ITL 3 | TLJ14 Oxfordshire CC |
| Local authority | Oxford |
| Electoral ward | Osney & St Thomas |
| Westminster constituency | Oxford West and Abingdon |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services
- 98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services
- 98371110 - Cemetery services
- 98371111 - Cemetery maintenance services

## Release History

- 17 Mar 2026 at 13:59 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024093-2026
- 24 Sep 2025 at 16:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059453-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/024093-2026
  17th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/059453-2025
  24th September 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.dignityfunerals.co.uk
- https://sebp.due-north.com/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents
- https://www.oxfordshire.gov.uk/

## Provenance

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