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G001--Cremation and Burial Services for Unclaimed/ Indigent Veterans in Utah

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36C25926Q0772Federal

Submission Closed08/21/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office 19, is conducting market research through a sources-sought notice, solicitation number 36C25926Q0772, to identify potential providers for professional mortuary services for deceased, unclaimed, or indigent inpatient Veterans in Utah. Under NAICS code 812210, the anticipated contract will include a one-year base period starting in September 2026, with three optional one-year extensions. The scope of work involves the removal, preparation, transportation, and final interment of approximately 15 to 20 cases annually. Services will be performed at VA-authorized facilities, including the George E. Wahlen VA Medical Center and state veterans nursing homes in Washington and Weber counties, with final disposition at the Southern Utah National Cemetery and the Utah Veteran Cemetery and Memorial Park. To be eligible, the contractor and any subcontractors must be located within the state of Utah and comply with VHA Directive 1601B.04 as well as all applicable federal, state, and local laws. The government is seeking information regarding business size classifications and the ability to provide comprehensive funeral services, including embalming, cremation, and casketing. Interested respondents must submit their company information, unique entity identifier, and socioeconomic status via email to the contracting officer, Jacqueline O'Bryan, by August 21, 2026. This notice is for planning purposes and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a commitment to award.

General Info

VA seeks Utah-based providers for professional mortuary services for veterans starting September 2026.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → Network Contract Office 19 (36C259)

NAICS

812210 - Funeral Homes and Funeral Services

Place of Performance

Department of Veterans Affairs VA Salt Lake City Healthcare System, UT, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Solicitation 36C25926Q0772 Cremation and Burial Services for Unclaimed/Indigent Veterans in Utah

3 pages · sources-sought

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Sources Sought Notice for Mortuary Services VA Salt Lake City 2026

2 pages · sources-sought

Low

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 18

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineAug 21

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/21/2026, 11:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Network Contract Office 19 (36C259)

Contacts1 person available

OfficeGreenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → Network Contract Office 19 (36C259)

Office AddressGreenwood Village, CO, 80111, USA

Contacts

Jacqueline O'BryanContracting Officer

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The Department of Veterans Affair, Network Contracting Office 19, is seeking sources for a potential contract to provide professional mortuary services for deceased, unclaimed, or indigent inpatient Veterans in the state of Utah.