Post-mortem and mortuary services

The contracting process is driven by Manchester City Council, concerning the provision of post-mortem and mortuary services under the auspices of the Coroner's Office in Manchester. This procurement falls within the services category, specifically pathology services, with the geographic location identified as Manchester, UK (region code UKD33). The process has progressed to the Award stage, with an intention to award the contract to Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust.

The contract period is scheduled from April 2025 to March 2028, with a potential extension of up to two additional years. The procurement method employed is a Direct Award Process under the Health Care Services (Provider Selection Regime) Regulations 2023, outside the purview of the standard Procurement Act 2023 provisions, and necessitates representations by 9 May 2025 during the standstill period. This tender offers significant opportunities for businesses involved in delivering high-quality post-mortem and mortuary services, particularly those already providing similar services or aiming to enter the healthcare services market.

It fits well with organizations capable of demonstrating expertise in pathology and a commitment to innovation, value, integration, and reducing health inequalities. Given the procurement category and the direct award nature, businesses with existing engagements or relationships with health sector bodies like the NHS might find themselves at an advantage in competing for future contract opportunities or extension terms.