Medical Examiner Morgue Body Cooler Racks

Pinellas County Purchasing & Risk Management is seeking qualified vendors to procure and install new body racks for the Medical Examiner's office located at 10750 Ulmerton Rd in Largo, Florida. The Invitation to Quote #24-0052-ITQ specifically requests three primary components: a 23" x 5 x 6 bay 30-body rack roller fixed, a 27" x 5 bodies x 2 bay body rack with full length rollers, and a CAD lift split roller with end access for 23"-27" trays. The primary objective is to redesign and reconfigure the current morgue body storage system to increase capacity, with installation being a mandatory requirement. The solicitation was released on October 10, 2023, with a proposal submission deadline of October 19, 2023, at 3:00 pm. A mandatory site visit is required for potential bidders, and vendors must be registered with the Florida Division of Corporations and provide comprehensive insurance documentation. Evaluation criteria will likely include compliance with technical specifications, pricing, installation capabilities, and vendor qualifications.

The contract includes provisions for Pinellas County's Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program, which provides preferences to certified small businesses, potentially offering advantages to qualifying vendors. Vendors must demonstrate comprehensive insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and property insurance, with Pinellas County to be named as an additional insured. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the pricing proposal includes line items for body racks, a CAD lift, labor/installation, and an additional 10% contingency allowance. The county emphasizes a commitment to progressive public policy, superior public service, and equitable business practices. Prospective bidders must meet stringent technical and administrative requirements, including proper corporate registration, insurance documentation, and the ability to successfully integrate the new body storage system with existing morgue infrastructure.