Crematory Services

The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) Office of Contract Management and Procurement (OCMP) is conducting a competitive sealed bid process to award up to four (4) contracts for crematory services on behalf of the State Anatomy Board (SAB). The selected contractors will be responsible for providing cremation services for decedents under the SAB's control, including donors, unclaimed bodies, infant remains, and anatomical materials. The contract term is for five (5) years, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2024. Bidders must meet minimum qualifications, such as possessing the required state permits and certifications, and be able to accommodate up to 60 cremations per week within a 40-mile radius of the SAB's facility in Baltimore, Maryland. Pricing will be on a firm fixed-price basis, and the SAB will provide transportation of the bodies to and from the crematory.

This procurement does not include any Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Veteran-Owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation goals. The IFB does not indicate any incumbent vendors or current contractors, and no budget range or award value is provided. Interested parties must submit bids by January 31, 2024 at 2:00 PM local time, and all required documentation and pricing information must be included in the bid submission.