Services for Transportation of the Deceased

Greenville County Coroner's Office and Emergency Medical Services are seeking sealed proposals for transportation services of deceased persons to the Greenville County morgue at Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital. The procurement is a Request for Proposal (RFP) #25083 for a one-year contract with potential for four additional annual renewals, beginning July 1, 2025. Vendors must provide a dedicated vehicle capable of transporting up to three decedents simultaneously, with specific equipment and safety requirements. Key deliverables include 24/7 availability, maximum 45-minute response time, two-way radio communication, and comprehensive safety equipment including body bags and protective gear. Vendors must submit detailed documentation and maintain strict safety protocols for deceased transportation. Proposals must be electronically submitted by April 1, 2025, at 3:00 pm through the county's online procurement portal. Evaluation criteria will be equally weighted at 20% each, assessing responsiveness, specification compliance, experience, cost, and references.

The RFP does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. No incumbent vendors are identified in the provided documentation. The contract will require vendors to maintain extensive insurance coverage, including Comprehensive General Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), Automobile Liability ($1,000,000 per occurrence), and Statutory Worker's Compensation. Pricing structure will include a cost per call, a unit cost for special handling (such as COVID-19 cases), and an hourly rate for additional transport personnel. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, vendors will be required to submit detailed pricing information as part of their proposal. The contract allows Greenville County to award to one or more vendors, providing flexibility in vendor selection. Payment terms will follow standard county procedures, with invoices submitted upon service completion and payment due within thirty days.