El Dorado County As-Needed Cremation Services for Unclaimed Remains - 2026-0139
El Dorado CountyCounty · Placerville, CA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Matthew McKain
- (530) 621-5974
The 30-second brief
El Dorado County is issuing a Request for Qualifications to establish a qualified list of service providers to perform cremation services for the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office. Services include cremation of remains, secure respectful handling and identification of remains, and maintenance of all records on an as-needed basis. The resulting qualified list will be valid for a maximum period of three years from the date of award. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of September 30, 2026. Contract selection will be based on experience, expertise required, current workload, ability to respond, and other relevant criteria.
Experience, expertise required, current workload, ability to respond
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Summary
El Dorado County is issuing a Request for Qualifications to establish a qualified list of service providers to perform cremation services for the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office.
Services include cremation of remains, secure respectful handling and identification of remains, and maintenance of all records on an as-needed basis. The resulting qualified list will be valid for a maximum period of three years from the date of award. Submissions are due by October 14, 2026, with a notice of interest deadline of September 30, 2026. Contract selection will be based on experience, expertise required, current workload, ability to respond, and other relevant criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Experience
- Expertise required
- Current workload
- Ability to respond
- Submit to
- https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/48157/bo/bo-detail/146287
- Scope location
- Placerville, California
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from El Dorado County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://vendors.planetbids.com/portal/48157/bo/bo-detail/146287. For questions, contact Matthew McKain.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including El Dorado County in CA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFQ submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Matthew McKain at (530) 621-5974. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Experience, expertise required, current workload, ability to respond" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from El Dorado County?
All active and historical solicitations from El Dorado County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, El Dorado County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from El Dorado County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Placerville, California. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.