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Mortuary Preparation & Embalming Services

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Federal

Response Deadline11/06/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for Mortuary Preparation and Embalming Services supports prime contractors at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The scope of work includes professional body preparation and restorative services, specifically pre-embalming, full embalming, dressing, cosmetic beautification, and post-autopsy reconstruction. The selected provider will utilize on-site mortuary preparation rooms and refrigeration units to prepare and deliver remains. To be eligible, the contractor must hold a valid license from the California Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers and maintain strict compliance with VHA Directive 1601B.04. This opportunity is managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 21 and is categorized under NAICS code 812210, with performance taking place in Palo Alto, California.

General Info

Mortuary and embalming services for VA Palo Alto requiring California state licensure.

Agency

Department Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

NAICS

812210 - Funeral Homes and Funeral Services

Place of Performance

Palo Alto, CA, 94304, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 36C26126Q0775-2.

The full solicitation package (4 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Mortuary Services at VA Palo Alto Healthcare System

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Timeline

PostedOct 30

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Response DeadlineNov 6

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/06/2026, 06:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

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AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Veterans Affairs → 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Performs professional body preparation and restorative services for prime contractors on VA Palo Alto Health Care System projects. Executes pre-embalming, full embalming, dressing, cosmetic beautification, and post-autopsy reconstruction. Utilizes mortuary preparation rooms and refrigeration units. Requires California Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers licensing and compliance with VHA Directive 1601B.04. Delivers prepared and dressed remains.

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