--- title: "Astwood Crematorium - Chapel Furniture & Soft Furnishings (Supply, Delivery & Installation)" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL" published: "2025-11-10" --- # Astwood Crematorium - Chapel Furniture & Soft Furnishings (Supply, Delivery & Installation) Buyer: WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-05dda3.json) ## Summary Worcester City Council is currently in the tender stage of procuring new chapel furniture and soft furnishings for Astwood Crematorium. This procurement process is conducted under an open method and falls under the category of goods, specifically targeting the supply, delivery, and installation of items like chapel chairs and window treatments. The contract, valued at up to £30,000, must be completed prior to the chapel's reopening. Bids are open until 28th November 2025, with all submissions to be made electronically via the Proactis Pro-Contract portal. The project is located in Worcester, UKG12 region, and the expected contract period spans from 15th December 2025 to 26th June 2026. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses specialising in the manufacture and supply of furniture and soft furnishings. With a focus on both quality (70%) and price (30%), companies that can demonstrate high standards in production and service delivery will be competitive. The procurement process encourages participation from Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) and is particularly suited for those experienced in public sector contracts or those seeking to expand their footprint within local government projects. Engaging in this contract could enhance business visibility and lead to further prospects within the public sector. ## Notice Worcester City Council is inviting tenders to quote for the supply, delivery, installation and integration of new chapel furniture and soft furnishings at Astwood Crematorium, including chapel chairs, a lectern with Obitus Maestro controls, catafalque rollers and cladding, window treatments and associated works to be completed prior to the chapel reopening. Please see separate documents for more information. The Council are using the e-procurement portal known as the Proactis Pro-Contract portal https://procontract.due-north.com to conduct this procurement exercise. To gain access to the procurement documents, contractors will need to register their company details at the above website (there is no charge for this). Once registered, contractors will be emailed a log-in and password which will allow them to gain access to the procurement documents. Contractors will need to search for the invitation under Wychavon District Council and then electronically submit an expression of interest and follow the online instructions to view the procurement documents. Any clarification queries must be sent via the portal and clarification responses will also be issued via the portal. For technical/navigational queries about the portal you may contact ProContract by telephone on 0330 005 0352 (9am - 5:30pm Monday to Friday) or by email to ProContractSuppliers@proactis.com If you require any other assistance please contact procurement@worcester.gov.uk. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072381-2025 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Goods | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 10 Nov 2025 | | Submission deadline | 28 Nov 2025 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 15 Dec 2025 - 26 Jun 2026 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £25,000 | | Lots value | £25,000 | | 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 | WORCESTER CITY COUNCIL | | Locality | WORCESTER | | Post town | Worcester | | Postcode | WR1 2EY | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) | | ITL 2 | TLG1 Herefordshire, Worcestershire and Warwickshire | | ITL 3 | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | | Local authority | Worcester | | Electoral ward | Cathedral | | Westminster constituency | Worcester | | Delivery location | TLG12 Worcestershire CC | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 39 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ### Codes - 39000000 - Furniture (incl. office furniture), furnishings, domestic appliances (excl. lighting) and cleaning products ## Release History - 10 Nov 2025 at 12:30 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072381-2025 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/072381-2025 10th November 2025 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.worcester.gov.uk/ - https://procontract.due-north.com - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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