The Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) at USP Atlanta is issuing a Request for Quote (RFQ) for burial and mortuary services for its inmate population. The solicitation, numbered 15B30126Q00000005, seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive services including body preparation (embalming, dressing, and handling autopsied cases), casket and outside container provision, transportation, cremation services, and the provision of death certificates. The contract is set aside for small businesses, with an offer due date of December 11, 2025. The services are outlined across a base period and four unexercised option periods, covering the full scope of mortuary needs for deceased inmates, including adherence to state laws and specific requirements for transportation and cremation based on next-of-kin requests or government directives. The document also details various FAR clauses and Department of Justice (DOJ) specific requirements related to contract terms, whistleblower rights, security, and payment procedures.
The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Federal Correctional Institution (FCI) Atlanta, seeks a contractor to provide comprehensive mortuary and burial services for its inmate population. The services include transportation of the deceased from FCI Atlanta or local hospitals, embalming, body preparation to ensure a lifelike appearance, provision of clothing, caskets, and outside containers, and transportation or shipping of remains. Cremation services may also be required if authorized by the next of kin or FCI Atlanta. The contractor must adhere to all state and federal laws, maintain necessary licenses and insurance, and comply with the Privacy Act of 1974. Key responsibilities also involve coordinating with FCI staff for final arrangements, assisting with legal documentation, and providing detailed itemized invoices.