Transportation and Logistics for Remains and Materials

The contract governs the specialized transportation and logistics of human remains, vaults, liners, and monuments over distances exceeding fifteen miles between burial sites, requiring the use of appropriately equipped vehicles and personnel trained in the respectful and secure handling of sensitive materials. Services must ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and standards for dignity, safety, and accountability throughout transit, with attention to scheduling, documentation, and coordination among multiple stakeholders. The work is classified under NAICS code 484220, indicating a focus on specialized freight transportation. This is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Right of Way and Utilities, with a posted date of June 24, 2026, and a deadline for responses set for July 7, 2026, at 5:30 PM Eastern Time. The place of performance is not limited to a specific city but encompasses operations throughout the state of Kentucky, allowing for flexible routing and service delivery based on burial site locations. There is no set-aside designation, and the contract does not specify a point of contact, with all inquiries to be directed through the official portal listed at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet’s Advantage4 system.