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Unclaimed and Indigent Cremation Services

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Submission Closed10/10/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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NAICS: 812210

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Sources Sought - WRSU - Transportation of Human Remains

Solicitation # ACQ-IHS-2027-U-00044

The Phoenix Area Indian Health Service, specifically the White River Service Unit, is conducting market research through a sources sought notice to identify capable Indian Small Business Economic Enterprises (ISBEEs) for the transportation of human remains. The required services involve transporting remains from the location of death to a medical examiner's office for autopsy and subsequently transporting them to a family-selected funeral home or mortuary. Key performance requirements include picking up remains within five hours of notification and completing the return transport within 24 hours of the autopsy's completion. The contractor is also responsible for performing post-autopsy repair work as needed. Eligible vendors must be legally authorized to transport human remains within the state of Arizona, and a licensed certified mortician is preferred. For planning purposes, the service unit reported 42 autopsies requiring transportation in 2026. Interested ISBEEs must submit a capability statement and a completed IHS Indian Economic Enterprise Representation form to self-certify their status under the Buy Indian Act. Additionally, firms must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and provide a Unique Entity ID (UEI). This notice is for planning purposes only and does not constitute a formal solicitation or a guarantee of future contract award.

Phoenix Area Indian Health Svc

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Campus Integrated Payments and Commerce SolutionThe Campus Integrated Payments and Commerce Solution is a subcontract with the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia designed to establish a secure, integrated payment system for prime contractors on campus projects. The scope of work includes the implementation of payment gateway and receivables management services, specifically covering payer initiation, routing, authorization, settlement, and reconciliation. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for developing Student Account Billing Form Portals and managing the associated enrollment processes. To ensure the security of financial transactions, the contract mandates strict adherence to PCI DSS and PSCA compliance standards, utilizing tokenization and secure authentication methods. This initiative aims to streamline campus commerce through a robust technical infrastructure that ensures secure and efficient payment processing across the university system.

Board Of(university System of Georgia) Regents

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Cremation Services & Urn SupplyThis subcontract, managed by the Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contract Office 21, provides cremation services and urn supplies for prime contractors operating within the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The selected provider is responsible for coordinating and executing cremation services through certified facilities and delivering remains in sealed, non-leaking durable urns constructed from materials such as plastic, metal, wood, ceramic, or stone. To ensure professional standards, the contractor must maintain crematory operator certification. The work is performed in Palo Alto, California, under NAICS code 812210. The solicitation was posted on October 30, 2026, with a response deadline of November 6, 2026.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Mortuary Preparation & Embalming ServicesThis 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.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Mortuary Services at VA Palo Alto Healthcare System

Solicitation # 36C26126Q0775-2

The Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 21 is seeking sources for mortuary services to handle unclaimed or indigent Veteran remains for the VA Palo Alto Healthcare System. The contractor will be responsible for providing all professional funeral services, including body preparation, refrigeration, transport, and storage, moving remains from VA facilities to National or VA grant-funded State Veterans Cemeteries in Seaside or Gustine, California. The contractor must be located within a 25-mile radius of the Palo Alto facility and respond to removal requests within one business day. The anticipated period of performance consists of a base year beginning December 31, 2026, with four subsequent option years. Compliance requirements include adherence to VHA Directive 1601B.04, California Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers licensing, and various federal and state health and safety codes. Contractors must maintain workers compensation, professional liability insurance, and specific identity theft insurance. Performance will be monitored by a Contracting Officer Representative through a Quality Assurance Surveillance Plan and on-site inspections. This is currently a sources sought announcement under NAICS code 812210, requiring interested parties to submit a capabilities statement, evidence of experience, a subcontracting plan, and an informational price estimate. Small businesses must comply with limitations on subcontracting, ensuring at least 50 percent of personnel costs are expended for their own employees.

261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261)

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Uniform Repair and Alteration ServicesThis subcontract for Uniform Repair and Alteration Services supports prime contractors working on California Highway Patrol facility projects. The selected provider will perform professional maintenance on protective clothing, including the repair of rips, holes, defective zippers, and missing buttons, as well as the replacement of name tags and emblem labels. All work must be completed using industrial sewing machines to ensure that repairs are non-visible and that uniforms are restored to professional standards. The project is managed under the Department of the California Highway Patrol with the place of performance located in Santa Cruz. Interested parties should note that the response deadline is November 24, 2026, and the services fall under NAICS code 812210.

Department of the California Highway Patrol

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Mortuary Transport and Decedent Removal ServicesThe Purchasing Department of Jefferson County is seeking a subcontractor for Mortuary Transport and Decedent Removal Services. The selected provider will be responsible for the professional pickup and transportation of deceased persons from various locations within Jefferson County to designated facilities, including the Samaritan Medical Center morgue, the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office, and Guthrie Lourdes Hospital. To ensure safe and respectful handling, the contractor must utilize specialized removal vehicles and stretchers. Qualified candidates must hold a valid New York State licensed funeral director certification to perform these services. This subcontract opportunity was posted on October 19, 2026, with a response deadline of November 10, 2026, at 7:30 PM. The project falls under NAICS code 812210 and focuses on delivering high standards of safety and professionalism during the transport of decedents.

Purchasing Department of Jefferson County

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Medical Examiner Transport Services for Jefferson County Public Health

Solicitation # 26-84

The County of Jefferson is soliciting proposals from New York State licensed funeral directors to provide 24/7 pickup and transportation of deceased persons from locations of death within Jefferson County to the Samaritan Medical Center morgue. In cases where the Medical Examiner is unavailable, the contractor is responsible for transporting decedents to and from the Onondaga County Medical Examiner’s Office, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital in Binghamton, or other designated institutions. The contractor must provide all necessary vehicles, stretchers, and personal protective equipment, ensuring a response time of within one hour of the second notification. Each removal typically requires two staff members who must adhere to strict communicable disease guidelines and universal precautions. Proposers must possess at least three years of experience as a licensed funeral director in New York State and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability, Professional Liability, and Business Automobile Liability with minimum limits of 1,000,000 dollars. The contract is a firm fixed price per removal, with a performance period spanning from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2031. Award decisions will be based on the best proposal, evaluating technical response, experience, project management, service quality, and cost. Proposals are due by November 10, 2026, and must include a statement of qualifications, licensure, staff resumes, and certifications regarding non-collusion, sexual harassment prevention, and Iranian investment disclosures.

Purchasing Department of Jefferson County

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Professional Grave Relocation and Re-intermentThis subcontract for Professional Grave Relocation and Re-interment involves the exhumation, transportation, and re-interment of human remains for prime contractors working on KYTC Division of Right of Way projects located in Magoffin County, Kentucky. The selected provider is responsible for ensuring all exhumations are conducted in accordance with state laws, utilizing compliant containers for transport, and completing the re-interment process at designated cemeteries. To qualify for this engagement, the contractor must hold a valid license from the Kentucky State Board of Mortuary Affairs. Final deliverables include the successful relocation of remains and the provision of certified proof of re-interment. The solicitation was posted on October 16, 2026, with a response deadline of November 6, 2026.

KYTC Div of Right of Way/Util

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INDIGENT DECEDENT SERVICES

Solicitation # 2026-009

The Sumter County Board of Commissioners is soliciting proposals for a licensed funeral home to provide indigent decedent services within Sumter County, Georgia. The scope of work includes the transportation of approved indigent deceased persons from the pick-up point to the crematory, providing proper care of the deceased excluding embalming, and arranging a brief viewing for immediate family prior to cremation. All services must be performed in accordance with Georgia law, and the return of ashes to the next of kin must follow legal requirements. Services may only be rendered after the Sumter County Department of Family and Children Services approves the indigent status of the deceased. Eligible contractors must be properly licensed and authorized by the State of Georgia and provide proof of workers' compensation insurance with limits of at least 1,000,000 dollars per occurrence. Proposals must include a lump sum guaranteed price per decedent and be submitted in a sealed envelope by November 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST. Evaluation factors include cost, licensure, and a seven percent local vendor preference for businesses with a physical presence in Sumter County. Payment will be remitted by the Sumter County Clerk within 30 days of receiving an invoice, provided the work is completed to the reasonable satisfaction of the county.

Sumter County Board of Commissioners

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Mortuary and Bereavement Support Standing Offer for Services - Request for Tender

Solicitation # 93127-1

The Commonwealth of Australia, through the Department of Defence, is seeking to establish a panel of providers to deliver mortuary and bereavement support services. This initiative aims to enhance the government's capacity and capability to handle surge requirements during incidents, specifically focusing on Disaster Victim Identification and the repatriation of human remains. The scope of work includes the provision of specialized equipment and the deployment of incident response teams both within Australian jurisdictions and at international locations. Additionally, the contract covers the delivery of bereavement support services to affected individuals, families, and groups as directed by the Commonwealth. Interested parties must respond to solicitation number 93127-1 by the deadline of November 26, 2026. The primary point of contact for this tender is the Director of Industry Integration within the Department of Defence.

Department of Defence - DSRG

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Professional Tailoring and AlterationsThis subcontract for Professional Tailoring and Alterations supports prime contractors on City of Memphis public safety projects. The scope of work involves providing onsite apparel alterations and repairs, including hemming, zipper and button replacement, and the attachment of braids, patches, and stripes using industrial sewing machines. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for specialized services such as formal jacket alterations and maternity uniform fittings, ensuring all garments are properly fitted to individual employees. The opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 812210 and was posted on October 12, 2026. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of November 18, 2026.

City of Memphis

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Bernalillo County in New Mexico is seeking a subcontractor to provide comprehensive cremation services for indigent or unclaimed decedents. The scope of work includes all necessary transportation, documentation, and the cremation process, as well as the return of remains, ensuring all activities strictly adhere to state and local regulations. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 812210 and was posted on September 22, 2025. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of October 10, 2025.

General Info

Agency

New Mexico → Bernalillo County

NAICS

812210 - Funeral Homes and Funeral Services

Place of Performance

NM, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 20-26-DC.

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Unclaimed and Indigent Cremation Services

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 22

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Response DeadlineOct 10

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Submission Closed

10/10/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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AgencyNew Mexico → Bernalillo County

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Organization / AgencyNew Mexico → Bernalillo County

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Full Description

Provide full-service cremation for unclaimed or indigent decedents including transportation, documentation, cremation, and return of remains in compliance with state and local regulations.