Cold Storage for Decedents, DHS/ODA

The California Department of Health Services (DHS) and Oregon Department of Human Services (ODA) have issued a Request for Bids (RFB) solicitation (RFB-IS-26200732) for cold storage services for decedents. This procurement seeks qualified vendors to provide refrigerated storage facilities and related services for deceased individuals under the jurisdiction of both state agencies. Bidders must demonstrate competency in operating compliant cold storage facilities that meet specified technical and safety standards for the proper preservation and storage of human remains. Key deliverables include the provision of secure, temperature-controlled storage capacity with documented maintenance and monitoring protocols to ensure regulatory compliance and proper handling of decedents. The solicitation requires submission of sealed bids by April 2, 2026, with contract award anticipated following evaluation of compliant submissions based on criteria detailed within the bid packet documentation. Interested parties may obtain complete bidding requirements, scope of work specifications, and administrative procedures from the RFB-IS-26200732 Solicitation Packet. The posting date of March 18, 2026, provides vendors with a fifteen-day window to prepare and submit their proposals.

The solicitation packet contains information regarding any small business set-asides, preferential bidding categories, and other restrictions on eligible responders, though specific designations are not detailed in the available summary. Bonding requirements, insurance specifications, facility standards, and performance metrics are outlined within the scope of work and supporting exhibits included in the complete solicitation documentation. The packet identifies whether incumbent service providers exist and specifies any contract renewal options available. Specific award values, budget ranges, payment terms, and funding sources are contained within the bid packet documentation and should be reviewed carefully by prospective bidders. Vendors should obtain the complete RFB-IS-26200732 Solicitation Packet to access all pricing information, technical specifications, and evaluation criteria necessary to prepare a competitive and compliant bid response.