Public Health Funerals - Supplier Information Session

Public Health Funerals- Supplier Information and Support Session
1. Purpose
Ipswich Borough Council is inviting funeral directors and funeral service providers to attend a Supplier Information and Support Session relating to the forthcoming procurement of Public Health Funeral Services.
This supplier information and support session is intended to:
• Raise awareness of the forthcoming tender opportunity,
• Provide an overview of the Public Health Funeral Services requirements,
• Explain the procurement process and anticipated timetable (where possible),
• Support suppliers in understanding how to participate in the tender process,
• Provide an opportunity for suppliers to ask questions regarding the forthcoming procurement.
Attendance at the supplier information and support session does not form part of the tender evaluation process and is not a requirement for participation in the future procurement opportunity.
2. Background
Under the Public Health (Control of Disease) Act 1984, Ipswich Borough Council has a statutory responsibility to arrange a dignified and respectful funeral where no other person is willing or able to make funeral arrangements.
The Council currently arranges approximately 20 to 30 Public Health Funerals each year.
Public Health Funerals are generally direct cremations unless:
• The deceased is known to belong to a faith that prohibits cremation; or
• The deceased has left written instructions requesting burial.
The anticipated contract period is expected to be:
• An initial term of 24 months with an option to extend for a further 24 months
• The estimated value of the contract is anticipated to be in the region of £80,000 over the maximum four-year term. This figure is provided for information only and does not constitute a commitment by the Council.
3. Nature of Requirement
The successful provider must be able to collect and convey the deceased to Ipswich Cemetery and Crematorium within a maximum journey time of 30 minutes under normal...