25ITB1357652A-KM Indigent Burial Services

Fulton County, Georgia is seeking a qualified vendor to provide indigent burial services through Invitation to Bid #25ITB1357652A-KM, issued by the Department of Senior Services. The procurement aims to establish a contract for interment and cremation services for deceased individuals without resources to pay for burial costs, in compliance with Georgia Code Section 36-12-5. The successful contractor must own or have access to 325 burial spaces within Fulton County and provide comprehensive services including body transportation, cemetery plots, cement vaults, grave opening/closing, lowering services, and perpetual care. The projected service volumes include 325 adult services, 5 child services (ages 2-16), and 25 child services (under 2 years old). A pre-bid conference will be held virtually via Zoom on February 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with bid responses due March 4, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The contract term is one year with potential for two optional one-year renewals, and bidders must submit a 5% bid bond with their proposal.

The procurement includes specific set-aside requirements for Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) at 11.49% and Female Business Enterprises (FBE) at 2.62% participation goals. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability ($1M per occurrence/$2M aggregate), automobile liability ($1M), umbrella liability ($1M), and professional liability ($1M per claim). Upon award, the contractor will be required to secure 100% payment and performance bonds. While no incumbent vendor is specified, the contract is structured to ensure continuous burial services for indigent individuals in Fulton County. Though an exact budget is not detailed, the procurement suggests a significant annual investment based on the volume of projected services and comprehensive insurance and bonding requirements. The solicitation indicates a commitment to supporting dignified burial services for individuals without financial means, with a structured approach to vendor selection and service delivery.