30-24417-DPH Cremation Services for Unclaimed Human Bodies

The State of North Carolina, Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the acquisition of cremation services, including the pickup, cremation, and return of ashes of dead, unclaimed bodies. The OCME estimates an annual quantity of approximately 120 unclaimed bodies that require this service. The successful bidder must pick up the bodies within 48 hours of notification, cremate them, and return the ashes to the OCME within 5 business days. The initial contract term is 3 years, with the option to extend. The bid pricing shall be per body and include all freight, handling, and hazardous material charges. The successful bidder must hold a valid permit for Type 4 waste disposal issued by the North Carolina Air Quality Section. The State will award the contract to the responsive bidder offering the lowest price.

Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) participation is encouraged, and the bidder must provide references and agree to conduct background checks on personnel. The bid submission deadline is July 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET. The State has not provided any information on incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor has it specified any award values or budget ranges.