Europe and Korea Casket - Request for Information
ID: RFI2025Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-FT KNOXFORT KNOX, KY, 40121-5000, USA

NAICS

Burial Casket Manufacturing (339995)

PSC

MEMORIALS; CEMETERIAL AND MORTUARY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (9930)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/a97c76e5f0ef49c1984a5ce047f88c56/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army's MICC Fort Knox office, is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the procurement of various casket types and related items for U.S. Army Mortuaries in Europe and Korea. The RFI seeks information on standard metal and hardwood caskets, oversize options, cremation caskets, urns, and shipping logistics, all of which must comply with Army Regulation (AR) 638-2 to ensure dignity and respect in handling deceased personnel. This procurement is critical for supporting the Casualty and Mortuary Affairs Operations Division, ensuring that the military honors its personnel appropriately. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and relevant information to Contract Specialist Anthony Johnson and Contracting Officer Joseph R. Lawrence by February 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM EST, with specific submission guidelines outlined in the RFI.

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    Draft Statement of Work - caskets.docx
    The document outlines a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of caskets and related items for U.S. Army Mortuaries in Europe and Korea. It specifies standards for metal and wood caskets, cremation caskets, outer shipping containers, and bronze urns, referencing Army Regulation (AR) 638-2 for compliance. Key details include specifications regarding materials, dimensions, construction methods, quality assurance processes, and shipping instructions to ensure preservation and dignity in handling deceased personnel. Metal caskets must be composed of 18-gauge steel with rigorous quality checks, while wood caskets require specific hardwood types and finish standards. Additionally, the document includes guidelines for proper packaging and delivery logistics to designated military facilities in Europe and Korea. The SOW serves as a comprehensive guide for contractors, ensuring products meet military standards for respect and quality in military funerals.
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