---
title: "Funeral Services"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-060a00"
canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-060a00"
markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060a00.md"
json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-060a00.json"
source: "Find A Tender Service"
current_stage: "Award"
buyer: "LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL"
published: "2026-03-12"
---

# Funeral Services

Buyer: LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-060a00

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## Summary

The procurement process initiated by Lancaster City Council for the provision of public funeral services has reached the award stage, with the title "Funeral Services" reflecting its focus on the funeral industry within the Lancaster region in the United Kingdom. The procurement method used for this contract was an open procedure, signalling transparency and broad access to potential suppliers. Key dates include the contract award notice published on 12th March 2026, with the standstill period set to conclude on 24th March 2026, and the contract period starting on 1st April 2026, lasting until 31st March 2029. The total award value is £360,000, offering significant business potential for the winning supplier, Ascension Funerals.

This tender presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses within the funeral industry, particularly those classified as small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), given the successful bid by Ascension Funerals. The criteria for selection included factors such as price, quality, and social value, allowing diverse companies with competitive services and focus on community impact to compete. Engaging with local authorities through such open procurement processes can bolster business growth by securing long-term contracts and enhancing reputational capital within the public services sector.

## Notice

Provision of public Funeral services

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022507-2026 |
| 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 | 12 Mar 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Contract period | 31 Mar 2026 - 31 Mar 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £300,000 |
| Lots value | £360,000 |
| Awards value | £360,000 |
| 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 | LANCASTER CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | LANCASTER |
| Post town | Lancaster |
| Postcode | LA1 1PJ |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLD North West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLD4 Lancashire |
| ITL 3 | TLD44 Lancaster and Wyre |
| Local authority | Lancaster |
| Electoral ward | Castle |
| Westminster constituency | Lancaster and Wyre |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

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

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 98371000 - Funeral services

## Release History

- 12 Mar 2026 at 16:05 - Award - UK6 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022507-2026
- 20 Jan 2026 at 13:37 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004831-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/022507-2026
  12th March 2026 - Contract award notice on Find a Tender
- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/004831-2026
  20th January 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- http://www.lancaster.gov.uk
- https://procontract.due-north.com/Home/About
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

## Provenance

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