Sedgwick County Sedgwickcounty #26-0086

Sedgwick County Solicits Cremation Services for Unclaimed Human Remains

Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking bids for cremation services for unclaimed human remains managed by the Sedgwick County Regional Forensic Science Center. - Government Buyer: - Sedgwick County, Division of Finance - Purchasing Department - Contact: Jaimee OLaughlin - Scope of Services: - Complete cremation services for unclaimed deceased persons - Secure storage and identification of cremated remains - Transportation of remains to crematory - Annual inventory reporting of cremains - Services must be performed within 72 hours of receipt - Requirements: - Vendors must be Kansas licensed funeral homes and crematories - Proof of relevant licenses and certifications required - Background check applications for all employees - Compliance with all local, state, and federal laws - Estimated annual volume: approximately 74 unclaimed remains - Contract Details: - Three-year contract with two one-year renewal options - County may terminate with 30 days' notice if funding ceases or is reduced - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified Kansas-licensed providers

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Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking bids for cremation services for unclaimed human remains of individuals who died in Sedgwick County. The scope includes providing complete cremation services within 72 hours after receipt of the deceased unclaimed persons, ensuring proper storage and identification of cremated remains, and compliance with all applicable laws and licensing requirements. The contract period is three years with two one-year renewal options. Bidders must submit responses by October 6, 2026, at 1:45 PM CDT.

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