On-Call Forensic Pathology Services

The County of Sacramento Coroner's Office is requesting proposals for on-call forensic pathology services for deaths falling under Coroner jurisdiction, with proposals due June 25, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Questions are due June 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

All forensic pathologists performing services must hold a current, unrestricted California medical license and be Board Certified in Forensic Pathology by the American Board of Pathology or possess equivalent qualifications acceptable to the County. Proposers must demonstrate experience providing forensic pathology services to Coroner offices, Medical Examiner offices, governmental agencies, hospitals, or comparable organizations.

The scope includes medicolegal autopsies, external examinations, case reviews, cause and manner of death determinations, report preparation, and expert witness testimony. Services will be provided on an as-needed basis at the direction of the County, including during regular business hours and at other times as necessary to meet operational needs. Pricing proposals must include rates for autopsies, external examinations, case reviews, consultations, report preparation, determinations, expert witness testimony, court appearances, depositions, and applicable travel costs, after-hours fees, or other charges. The County reserves the right to negotiate final rates and compensation terms with the selected proposer prior to contract execution.

The selected proposer must comply with County insurance requirements (commercial general liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence and professional liability of $2,000,000 per occurrence), DOJ CJIS training, NexTest requirements, County IT training, and DOJ/FBI Live Scan clearance before performing services. The proposer will be classified as an independent contractor on an on-call basis with compensation limited to a maximum total amount established in Exhibit C, with payment due within thirty days of receipt of correct invoices. The County retains authority to terminate without cause upon thirty days' written notice or for cause immediately upon material breach. Contract term is not specified in the solicitation. Proposals must be submitted electronically via OpenGov Procurement.