Four tier mortuary racks with trays

The State of Maryland Department of Health/Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME) is seeking bids for a one-time purchase and delivery of 48 four-tier mortuary racks and 192 body trays. The purpose of this firm fixed-price contract is to obtain the necessary equipment to transport and store human remains. The mortuary racks must meet specific design and construction requirements, while the trays must be made of 16-gauge stainless steel with a 375-pound weight capacity. Bids are due by July 20, 2023, at 2:00 PM local time, and the State intends to award a single contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, though they reserve the right to award one-time or multiple contracts. Delivery is required to two locations in Maryland - the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Baltimore and the Office of Preparedness and Response in Curtis Bay.

This solicitation does not include any Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) subcontracting goals or a Small Business Reserve/Preference. The successful vendor must have a minimum of three consecutive years of experience providing similar products. No pre-bid conference is scheduled, and questions regarding the Invitation for Bids (IFB) must be submitted to the Procurement Officer by June 26, 2023. The State has not provided any information regarding incumbent vendors, contract values, or budget ranges for this procurement.