RFQ 2559_A.pdf

Fayette County, Georgia is seeking quotes from qualified contractors for Human Remains Transport Services through Request for Quotes (RFQ) #2559-A. The contract involves providing removal and transport services for human remains within Fayette County, with transportation between locations including the place of death, Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) Crime Laboratory, and the Fayette County Morgue Facility. The transport company must be available 24/7/365, respond within one hour of notification, provide a minimum of two employees for removal, use body bags provided by the coroner, and maintain licensed and insured vehicles compliant with county, state, and federal regulations. The initial contract term is from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with potential for two additional one-year renewals, and quotes are due by 3:00 PM on April 11, 2025.

The pricing structure is based on estimated annual trips across three service categories: removal and transport to the GBI Crime Lab (34 trips), removal and transport to the Fayette County Morgue Facility (85 trips), and transport from the Morgue Facility to the GBI Crime Lab (32 trips). The contractor must provide a per-trip price for each category, with all charges including materials, equipment, labor, and other costs included in the total quoted amount. Insurance requirements include $1,000,000 in general liability and automobile liability insurance, and workers' compensation as required by Georgia statute. The county reserves the right to award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder, taking into consideration payment terms, vendor qualifications, experience, references, and other relevant factors.