Purpose

This report seeks permission to award a
Framework Agreement for the provision of a coroners transport
service on behalf of the Coroner for Newcastle Upon Tyne and North
Tyneside. The contract is required to commence on 25th March 2026
to replace our exiting contract upon its expiry. Newcastle City
Council are also acting as the lead Authority procuring on behalf
of North Tyneside Council.

Content

The recommendations were agreed as outlined in
the attached report.