Westmoreland County Civicplus #26-39

Onsite autopsy, forensic autopsy, and pathology services for Westmoreland County

Westmoreland County is seeking onsite forensic pathology services to support death investigations handled by its Coroner’s Office. - Government buyer: County of Westmoreland, through the Westmoreland County Coroner’s Office; services will be performed at the Westmoreland County Forensic Center in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. - Requested service: Complete medical-legal autopsies, including gross and microscopic diagnosis and typed post-mortem reports. No fixed quantity or product part numbers are specified. - Scope includes: Transportation, surgical instruments and personal protective equipment, biohazard waste removal, coordination of ancillary testing, amended cause-of-death reports when appropriate, and court or Coroner’s inquest testimony when requested. - Timing and deliverables: Autopsies are to be performed within 24–32 hours of notification. Final reports are due within 30 days after receipt of all ancillary results, reports, or other relevant information. - Provider qualifications: Pathologists must be licensed in Pennsylvania, board-certified, and experienced in forensic pathology. Proposers must also provide appropriate insurance, equipment, and supplies. - Fees and special requirements: Proposals must state fees for complete autopsies, DNA spot cards, special supplies, complex cases, quick toxicology testing kits, and testimony. Mobile x-rays and specialty histology, microbiology, virology, and neuropathology are billed at cost; neuropathology requires prior Coroner approval. - Term: One-year initial term, with two additional one-year extensions at the County’s option. The County may terminate with advance written notice. - OEMs and vendors: No OEMs, vendors, or named service providers are identified.

Description

Westmoreland County is requesting proposals for autopsy, forensic autopsy, and pathology services to assist the County Coroner in determining the cause and manner of death in cases under the Coroner’s jurisdiction. Services are to be provided on site at the Westmoreland County Forensic Center in Greensburg, Pennsylvania. Sealed proposals are due October 27, 2026, by 2:00 PM, with one original and four copies required. The County reserves the right to reject proposals and negotiate final contract terms, including cost.

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