--- title: "Provision of Funeral Services" ocid: "ocds-kuma6s-118071" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-118071" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118071.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118071.json" source: "Sell2Wales" current_stage: "Award" buyer: "NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST)" published: "2022-03-30" --- # Provision of Funeral Services Buyer: NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) Current stage: Award OCID: ocds-kuma6s-118071 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-kuma6s-118071) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-kuma6s-118071.json) ## Summary The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre University NHS Trust, is seeking to award a contract titled "Provision of Funeral Services" on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board. This procurement, classified under the health industry, is currently at the award stage, with the contract having been signed on 28 March 2022 for a total value of £400,000. The procurement process followed an open procedure and includes services such as transferring the deceased and providing coffins, care, and necessary staff. The primary location for this contract is Cardiff, UK. This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in funeral services, particularly those that can demonstrate experience in handling arrangements for individuals without immediate family or financial means. Companies that can offer a range of supportive services, such as transportation, catering for ceremonial needs, and compliance with regulatory standards, will be well-positioned to compete. The open nature of the procurement process allows for participation from a variety of suppliers, enhancing competitive chances for both large and small service providers. ## Notice The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust are acting on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board who are seeking to award a contract for the Provision of Funeral Services. Historically funeral services had been provided for those who passed away in the care of the NHS that had no immediate family or relatives. In recent years the need for NHS funeral services has increased to include those who do not have the money or assets necessary to pay for a funeral. The Provision of a Funeral Service would typically include: - - Attending the necessary arrangements as instructed by the UHBs - Provision of any necessary staff and/ or bearers - Provision of a coffin suitable for the purposes of cremation or burial to include name plate - Transfer of the deceased from the place of death - Care of the deceased prior to the funeral/ chapel of rest - Provision of a hearse to the nearest crematorium or cemetery - Cremation/ cemetery fee - Plot Charge and/or casket - Ministers fee (if attendance has been requested) - Doctors Certificates (may not be chargeable) ### Lot Information Lot 1 The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust are acting on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board who are seeking to award a contract for the Provision of Funeral Services. Renewal: The contract will have an option to extend for up two years at the sole discretion of the Health Board which is included in the months duration within this notice. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Sell2Wales | | Latest notice | https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118071 | | Notice type | OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Open procedure | | Tender suitability | Not specified | | Awardee scale | Large | | All stages | Tender, Award | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 30 Mar 2022 | | Submission deadline | 28 Feb 2022 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | 28 Mar 2022 | | Contract period | Not specified | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £400,000 | | Lots value | £400,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | £400,000 | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Complete | | Lots status | Complete | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Active | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | NHS WALES SHARED SERVICES PARTNERSHIP-PROCUREMENT SERVICES (HOSTED BY VELINDRE UNIVERSITY NHS TRUST) | | Locality | CARDIFF | | Post town | Cardiff | | Postcode | CF14 4HH | | Country | Wales | | ITL 1 | TLL Wales | | ITL 2 | TLL5 South East Wales | | ITL 3 | TLL52 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | | Local authority | Cardiff | | Electoral ward | Heath | | Westminster constituency | Cardiff North | | Delivery location | TLL22 Cardiff and Vale of Glamorgan | ## Supplier | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Number of suppliers | 1 | | Supplier names | FUNERAL SERVICES | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 98371000 - Funeral services ## Release History - 30 Mar 2022 at 00:00 - Award - OJEU - F3 - Contract Award Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118071 - 28 Jan 2022 at 00:00 - Tender - OJEU - F2 - Contract Notice - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/search_switch.aspx?ID=118071 ## Documents - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=JAN386768 Provision of Funeral Services - The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust are acting on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board who are seeking to award a contract for the Provision of Funeral Services. Historically funeral services had been provided for those who passed away in the care of the NHS that had no immediate family or relatives. In recent years the need for NHS funeral services has increased to include those who do not have the money or assets necessary to pay for a funeral. The Provision of a Funeral Service would typically include: - - Attending the necessary arrangements as instructed by the UHBs - Provision of any necessary staff and/ or bearers - Provision of a coffin suitable for the purposes of cremation or burial to include name plate - Transfer of the deceased from the place of death - Care of the deceased prior to the funeral/ chapel of rest - Provision of a hearse to the nearest crematorium or cemetery - Cremation/ cemetery fee - Plot Charge and/or casket - Ministers fee (if attendance has been requested) - Doctors Certificates (may not be chargeable) - https://www.sell2wales.gov.wales/search/show/search_view.aspx?ID=MAR393467 Provision of Funeral Services - The NHS Wales Shared Services Partnership, hosted by Velindre NHS Trust are acting on behalf of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board who are seeking to award a contract for the Provision of Funeral Services. Historically funeral services had been provided for those who passed away in the care of the NHS that had no immediate family or relatives. In recent years the need for NHS funeral services has increased to include those who do not have the money or assets necessary to pay for a funeral. The Provision of a Funeral Service would typically include: - - Attending the necessary arrangements as instructed by the UHBs - Provision of any necessary staff and/ or bearers - Provision of a coffin suitable for the purposes of cremation or burial to include name plate - Transfer of the deceased from the place of death - Care of the deceased prior to the funeral/ chapel of rest - Provision of a hearse to the nearest crematorium or cemetery - Cremation/ cemetery fee - Plot Charge and/or casket - Ministers fee (if attendance has been requested) - Doctors Certificates (may not be chargeable) ## Notice URLs - http://nwssp.nhs.wales/ourservices/procurement-services/ - https://api.sell2wales.gov.wales/v1?lang=cy/Notice?id=ocds-kuma6s-118071 - https://etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk - https://www.etenderwales.bravosolution.co.uk ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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