Kent County Council · Awarded contract
Awarded

Provision of Coroner Removals and Transfer Services for Kent County Council

Awarded 01 Jan 2025

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Awarded01 Jan 2025
Value£4,360,000.00
SupplierHATS Group Limited,Jacksons Hub Limted,Woollard & Kent Funeral Services Limited
AgencyKent County Council
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryPublic Services & Welfare
Expires in 3y 2mo5y term, 37% elapsed
Awarded 1 Jan 2025Expires 31 Dec 2029

About

Kent County Council awarded a contract to HATS Group Limited, Jacksons Hub Limited, and Woollard & Kent Funeral Services Limited for coroner removals and transfer services across Kent and Medway.

The contract, valued at £4,360,000, covers two lots: Lot 1 for coroner removals, divided into 15 contract areas, involving the removal of the deceased to a designated mortuary, and Lot 2 for coroner transfers between designated mortuaries, divided into two areas (West Kent and East Kent).

Services must be delivered 24/7, 365 days a year in accordance with statutory obligations under the Coroners and Justice Act 2009.

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