Medical Examiner Transportation

Marion County, Oregon has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for Medical Examiner Transportation services, seeking a contractor to provide reliable staff and equipment for decedent removal on a 24/7/365 basis. The procurement specifically requires a professional and timely service that will operate under the direct guidance of Medical Legal Death Investigators (MDI) or local Law Enforcement. The RFI was released on March 20, 2023, with all questions and responses due by March 27, 2023, at 2:30 PM PST through the Marion County Procurement Collaboration Portal. The scope of services requires the selected contractor to demonstrate the ability to handle decedent transportation with dignity and professionalism, ensuring immediate responsiveness across Marion County, including Salem City. While the RFI does not outline specific evaluation criteria, respondents will likely be assessed on their operational capabilities, staff qualifications, equipment readiness, and ability to provide continuous, reliable service.

The RFI documentation does not specify any set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on potential respondents. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation, and there are no details provided about existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements. Additionally, the RFI does not disclose potential award values, budget ranges, or contract duration. Potential bidders will need to use the Marion County Procurement Collaboration Portal to access complete details and submit their responses. The lack of specific financial or contractual details suggests that interested contractors should carefully review all supplemental documentation and be prepared to provide comprehensive information about their capabilities to meet the medical examiner transportation service requirements.