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title: "Provision of Digital Autopsy Services"
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buyer: "BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL"
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# Provision of Digital Autopsy Services

Buyer: BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-0696cc

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## Summary

Birmingham City Council, a sub-central government public authority, is conducting an open procurement process for a framework agreement to provide Digital Autopsy Services. This innovative service involves non-invasive post-mortem examinations using computed tomography, offering an alternative to traditional methods that align with certain cultural and religious sensitivities. The tender, located in Birmingham (UKG31), is part of the 'Medical practice and related services' industry category. This procurement stage is currently active, with the framework commencing on 1 October 2026 for a period of up to three years, contingent upon performance and budget. Potential suppliers must register with the council’s free e-tendering system by the submission deadline of noon on 8 June 2026.

This tender represents a business growth opportunity for experienced suppliers in digital medical imaging or related fields, particularly those familiar with computed tomography. Companies possessing expertise in innovative medical technologies, with capabilities to service a public authority framework agreement, will find this contract well-aligned with their strengths. The procurement of digital autopsy services aims to streamline post-mortem processes, presenting a significant chance for medical service providers to expand their offerings and secure a foothold in a burgeoning sector. Qualified businesses should demonstrate their capability in delivering high-quality, socially valuable, and competitively priced services to capitalise on this opportunity.

## Notice

Birmingham City Council wishes to establish a framework agreement for the provision of Digital Autopsy Services. Digital Autopsy Service - A Digital Autopsy is a non-invasive post-mortem, referred to as a CTPM short for Computed Tomography Post-Mortem. A CTPM is a scan of the deceased, conducted by a radiographer using a CT scanner. Following which, the resultant scans are analysed by a GMC registered radiologist to produce an interpretation in the form of a digital autopsy report. The digital autopsy report contains or suggests the cause of death for consideration by a pathologist at Birmingham Central mortuary. Section 1 of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009 places a duty on the coroner to investigate certain deaths. Section 14 of the Coroners Act 2009 allows the coroner to order a suitable post-mortem examination to enable the coroner to decide if Section 1 applies. CTPM's are an innovative technology that should in the future prevent invasive post-mortems, which many families and some religions would like to see avoided. This procurement relates to a call-off under a Framework Agreement, which does not guarantee or commit any level of expenditure. The framework agreement will commence on 01 October 2026 and will be in place for a period of 2 + 1 years subject to performance and budget availability. (Unless terminated under the terms and conditions of the contract) The Council will be using its free to use e-tendering system (in-tend) for the administration of this procurement process and potential suppliers must register with the system to be able to express an interest. If you wish to express an interest in this opportunity please click on the following link to access https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/ and submit your details to register. You will then be able to log on which will enable you to download all relevant Invitation to Tender (ITT) documentation. If you are unable to register with In-tend or have any questions or problems on how to use this web site please either email us at: etendering@birmingham.gov.uk Your completed tender submission should be returned by noon on 8th June 2026 via the 'in-tend' system https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc

### Lot Information

Lot 1

Renewal: A period of 2 + 1 years subject to performance and budget availability. (Unless terminated under the terms and conditions of the contract)

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043517-2026 |
| Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Services |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 12 May 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 8 Jun 2026 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | 30 Sep 2026 - 30 Sep 2028 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £360,000 |
| Lots value | £360,000 |
| 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 | BIRMINGHAM CITY COUNCIL |
| Locality | BIRMINGHAM |
| Post town | Birmingham |
| Postcode | B1 1BB |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLG West Midlands (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLG3 West Midlands |
| ITL 3 | TLG31 Birmingham |
| Local authority | Birmingham |
| Electoral ward | Ladywood |
| Westminster constituency | Birmingham Ladywood |
| Delivery location | TLG31 Birmingham |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 85 - Health and social work services
- 98 - Other community, social and personal services

### Codes

- 85120000 - Medical practice and related services
- 85121000 - Medical practice services
- 85121200 - Medical specialist services
- 98371100 - Cemetery services and cremation services
- 98371110 - Cemetery services

## Release History

- 12 May 2026 at 13:43 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043517-2026

## Documents

- https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/043517-2026
  12th May 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender

## Notice URLs

- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc
- https://in-tendhost.co.uk/birminghamcc/
- https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents

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