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title: "Public Dignity Funeral Service"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-05fb2e"
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current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY"
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# Public Dignity Funeral Service

Buyer: LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fb2e

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## Summary

The London Borough of Hackney, a public authority within sub-central government, has awarded a contract to THE HEARTFELT FUNERAL COMPANY LTD. for the "Public Dignity Funeral Service". This procurement, conducted via an open procedure, involves arranging dignified and professional funeral services in cases where no next of kin are available to make arrangements. The contract commenced on 17th April 2026 and will run until 16th April 2027, with potential extensions until 2030. The services are to be delivered in London (region UKI41), and fall under the services category, specifically related to funeral services as per CPV classification 98371000.

This tender offers significant business growth opportunities, especially for SMEs and businesses with capabilities or partnerships to deliver inclusive funeral services. The contract's scope covers comprehensive funeral services, making it suited for businesses specialising in funeral or related services that can cater to diverse community needs, including Christian, Jewish, and Muslim practices. The open procurement method underlines competition, providing a platform for businesses capable of delivering high-quality services with a mix of competitive pricing and quality assurance as key award criteria.

## Notice

The Council is responsible for making arrangements for the funeral or cremation of any person who dies within the borough, or a resident placed outside the borough by the Council, where no other suitable arrangements are being or are likely to be made by next of kin or other parties, as stipulated in section 46 of the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984. The Council aims to award a non-exclusive contract to provide a dignified, inclusive, and professional funeral service that fully discharges its statutory obligations. The Contractor shall provide a complete undertaking and funeral service, including all necessary materials, staffing, preparation, and transportation for either a burial or cremation, as directed by the Council.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047169-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | SME, VCSE |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Planning, Tender, Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 21 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 2 Mar 2026 |
| Future notice date | 2 Jan 2026 |
| Award date | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Contract period | 16 Apr 2026 - 16 Apr 2027 |
| Recurrence | 2027-03-31 |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £243,000 |
| Lots value | £243,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £173,040 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | LONDON BOROUGH OF HACKNEY |
| Locality | LONDON |
| Post town | East London |
| Postcode | E8 1DY |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLI London |
| ITL 2 | TLI4 Inner London - East |
| ITL 3 | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |
| Local authority | Hackney |
| Electoral ward | Hackney Central |
| Westminster constituency | Hackney South and Shoreditch |
| Delivery location | TLI41 Hackney and Newham |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | THE HEARTFELT FUNERAL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98370000 - Funeral and related services
- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 21 May 2026 at 13:36 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047169-2026
- 18 Feb 2026 at 15:04 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014864-2026
- 22 Dec 2025 at 09:54 - Planning - UK3 - Planned Procurement Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085244-2025

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/047169-2026
  21st May 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/014864-2026
  18th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/085244-2025
  22nd December 2025 - Planned procurement notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.hackney.gov.uk
- http://www.heartfeltfuneralcompany.co.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?resetFilter=True&applyFilter=True&p=2241eb95-058a-e511-80f7-000c29c9ba21&v=1
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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