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title: "North Northamptonshire Council Bereavement Services Consultancy"
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published: "2026-01-02"
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# North Northamptonshire Council Bereavement Services Consultancy

Buyer: NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-05fecc

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## Summary

North Northamptonshire Council has completed a procurement process for consultancy services, focusing on an Options Appraisal of Bereavement Services to enhance the operational model of Warren Hill Crematorium in Kettering and Nene Valley Crematorium in Wellingborough. The procurement, using a limited competition method below threshold, has reached the award stage with BAXI PARTNERSHIP LIMITED as the selected supplier. This consultancy falls under the general management consultancy services category and took place in the region of UKF25, United Kingdom. The contract commenced on 12 January 2026 and runs till 30 October 2026, with a total value of £43,968.

This tender presents significant opportunities for consultancy firms specialising in public sector services, particularly those adept in strategic development and management consulting. This engagement is fitting for SMEs with capabilities in delivering high-quality consultancy for government-focused projects. BAXI PARTNERSHIP LIMITED's involvement indicates the potential for growth in similar sectors, particularly for firms experienced in improving service delivery in bereavement services and other public sector areas. The contract, embodying robust collaboration with sub-central government authorities, is indicative of the emphasis on sustainable and efficient service models, creating avenues for consultancy growth and expanded public sector engagement.

## Notice

North Northamptonshire Council is inviting proposals from experienced consultancy providers to deliver a comprehensive Options Appraisal of Bereavement Services. This work will inform the development of a sustainable, high-quality operating model for the Council's two crematoria: * Warren Hill Crematorium (Kettering) * Nene Valley Crematorium (Wellingborough)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000063-2026 |
| Notice type | UK7 - Contract Details Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Limited |
| Procurement method details | Below threshold - limited competition |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | SME |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 2 Jan 2026 |
| Submission deadline | Not specified |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 17 Dec 2025 |
| Contract period | 12 Jan 2026 - 30 Oct 2026 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | Not specified |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | £36,640 |

## Status

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

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NORTH NORTHAMPTONSHIRE COUNCIL |
| Locality | CORBY |
| Post town | Northampton |
| Postcode | NN17 1QG |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLF East Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire |
| ITL 3 | TLF25 North Northamptonshire |
| Local authority | North Northamptonshire |
| Electoral ward | Lloyds |
| Westminster constituency | Corby and East Northamptonshire |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | BAXI PARTNERSHIP |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 79 - Business services: law, marketing, consulting, recruitment, printing and security

### Codes

- 79411000 - General management consultancy services

## Release History

- 2 Jan 2026 at 14:33 - Award - UK7 - Contract Details Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000063-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/000063-2026
  2nd January 2026 - Contract details notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://baxendale.co.uk
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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