--- title: "Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL" published: "2026-05-06" --- # Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs Buyer: STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dca4.json) ## Summary Stafford Borough Council has successfully completed a procurement process concerning a Framework Agreement for the provision of Memorial Inspections and Repairs, specifically within their operational cemeteries. The procurement was conducted under an open competition method below the threshold, resulting in a direct award to MEMSAFE LIMITED. This agreement covers two lots: inspection and repairs of memorials, and remedial works, such as capping shallow graves. The procurement, completed with the award stage, commenced active contracts on 8th May 2026 for a duration of two years, extendable for up to two additional year-long periods. Located in Stafford, UKG24, this project is classified under the works category, focusing on historical monument construction work. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in memorial construction, particularly those recognised under industry regulations like NAMM or BRAMM. Small and medium-sized enterprises that offer competitive pricing, reliable service delivery, and have a commitment to environmental sustainability stand a strong chance of benefiting from such public authority contracts. Businesses focusing on specialised areas, such as inspections and immediate repairs following safety failures, can leverage this contract to enhance their portfolio and expand their client base. The structured renewal terms further ease the possibility of establishing a long-term association with the council, fostering sustainable business growth. ## Notice Stafford Borough Council has awarded a Framework Agreement to undertake inspection and repairs to all memorials within its three current operational cemeteries. Lot 2 Remedial Works - Stafford Borough Council, on rare occasion, is required to cap shallow graves following an internment to ensure the current Burial ACT from 1857 and is also part of the Local Authorities Cemeteries Order 1977 (LACO). ### Lot Information Inspection and Repairs Renewal: 2 x 1 years (1st March 2028 - 28th February 2029) and (1st March 2029 - 28th February 2030) Remedial Works Renewal: 2 x 1 years (1st March 2028 - 28th February 2029) and (1st March 2029 - 28th February 2030) ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041443-2026 | | Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice | | Procurement type | Framework | | Procurement category | Works | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME, VCSE | | Awardee scale | SME | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 6 May 2026 | | Submission deadline | 8 Dec 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 30 Mar 2026 | | Contract period | 7 May 2026 - 7 May 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £140,000 | | Lots value | £140,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £140,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Active | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | STAFFORD BOROUGH COUNCIL | | Locality | STAFFORD | | Post town | Stoke-on-Trent | | Postcode | ST16 3AQ | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | | ITL 3 | TLG24 Staffordshire CC | | Local authority | Stafford | | Electoral ward | Forebridge | | Westminster constituency | Stafford | | Delivery location | TLG2 Shropshire and Staffordshire | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | MEMSAFE | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 45 - Construction work ### Codes - 45212314 - Historical monument or memorial construction work ## Release History - 6 May 2026 at 10:49 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041443-2026 - 10 Apr 2026 at 08:55 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032666-2026 - 7 Nov 2025 at 11:48 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071975-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/041443-2026 6th May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/032666-2026 10th April 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/071975-2025 7th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-7516 eTendering Portal User Guide - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/A-14415 Call Off Terms and Schedule of Amendments to JCT MW 2024 03.11.25.pdf ## Notice URLs - https://supplierlive.proactisp2p.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents - https://www.staffordbc.gov.uk/ ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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