International Mortuary Transportation and Escort Services

The contract seeks a provider to deliver international door-to-door transportation of human remains under strict dignified transfer protocols, requiring climate-controlled transit and hermetic sealing to ensure preservation and respectful handling throughout the journey. Services must include full customs clearance coordination and seamless integration with MILAIR operations to facilitate timely and secure movement across international borders, with trained and vetted escorts assigned to accompany each transfer to uphold protocol and provide appropriate ceremonial support. The work is scoped for performance out of Landstuhl and is issued as a subcontract under the Department of Defense’s W40M MRC0 West office, categorized under NAICS code 488190 for other support activities for air transportation. The solicitation is open for responses until August 6, 2026, and is part of a broader effort to ensure consistent, high-standard mortuary transport services for military personnel and dependents, emphasizing operational precision, cultural sensitivity, and regulatory compliance across international jurisdictions.