County of Napa #CEO072601

Independent Medical Examination Services for In-Custody Deaths in Napa County

Napa County is seeking proposals for independent medical examination services related to in-custody deaths, ensuring compliance with California Government Code Section 27491.56 and the FACTS Act (AB 1108). - Government Buyer: - County Executive Office, Napa County - Napa County Sheriff-Coroner’s Office (oversight, not procurement) - Services Requested: - Independent medical examination services for in-custody deaths - Determination of circumstances, manner, and cause of death - Provided by qualified forensic pathologists (must meet Government Code Section 24010 requirements) - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Provider must be fully independent from the Sheriff-Coroner’s Office - Attestation of independence required - Demonstrated forensic pathologist credentials, experience, and case volume - Facilities description, policies/procedures, references, fee schedule, and staffing model - Compliance with California law (Penal Code Section 10008, Government Code Section 27491.56) - Contract Details: - One-year contract, renewable annually, subject to Board of Supervisors re-approval - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the solicitation - Proposals must be submitted via the County’s e-Procurement Portal

Description

This solicitation is for independent medical examination services related to in-custody deaths. The County of Napa seeks a third-party provider independent from the Sheriff-Coroner’s Office to comply with California Government Code Section 27491.56. The contract duration is one year, renewable annually, and proposals must be submitted via the County’s e-Procurement Portal. Key dates include a site visit on August 31, 2026, and a proposal submission deadline of September 15, 2026.

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