Mortuary Affairs Transportation Services
Closed Pre-Solicitation Posted
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- Solicitation number
- 02192025AFMAO
- Agency
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Air Mobility Command
Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- Total Small Business
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 812210 Funeral Homes and Funeral Services
- Place of performance
- Dover AFB, Delaware 19902, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of the Air Force Air Mobility Command's Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO) is seeking transportation services for human remains, with a focus on professional and sensitive logistics. The solicitation requires contractors to provide licensed personnel, motor vehicles, and professional transportation services within a 1,000-mile radius of Dover Air Force Base. Contractors must comply with all federal, state, territory, and local licensing requirements and maintain the highest standards of professional service. Potential contract vehicles include an indefinite delivery indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract or a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for mortuary transportation services. The pre-solicitation notice was posted on February 19, 2025, with responses due by March 10, 2025, and is designed to conduct market research to identify interested and qualified small businesses capable of supporting these critical transportation needs.
The opportunity is set aside for total small business participation and specifically targets the Funeral Homes and Funeral Services NAICS category (812210). While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the pricing template indicates potential compensation for services such as transportation per loaded mile, hearse rental, airport and consulate wait times, and cancellation fees. Contractors must be prepared to operate during extended hours, potentially including weekends and holidays, and must undergo criminal background checks and obtain installation access badges. Personnel will be required to wear conservative business attire and handle remains with the utmost respect, understanding they may be exposed to potentially sensitive and emotionally challenging environments. The transportation services will cover delivery to flight lines, common carriers, funeral homes, and cemeteries, with strict protocols for vehicle appearance and professional conduct.
Notice text
Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations (AFMAO) is seeking sources interesed in providing transportation services for human remains.
The contractor shall provide licensed personnel, motor vehicles, and professional services, to transport human remains as specified in this performance work statement (PWS). The contractor will comply with all existing federal, state, territory, and local licensing requirements and regulatory standards applicable in the area of performance of this contract. All contractors and staff will provide the highest quality of professional transport services.
Please see PWS for further details and reply to this sources sought if your business can support. We are conducting market research for interest and open to establishing a partnership through an indefinate delivery indefinate quantity (IDIQ) contract or a Blanket Purcahse Agreement (BPA) for mortuary transportation services. Services requested are itemized on the attached blank price list.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Mortuary Affairs Transportation Performance Work Statement (PWS).pdf | ||
| AFMAO Transportation price list for SAM.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| Mortuary Affairs Transportation Services, Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) | Solicitation | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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