Illinois Department of Corrections - Centralia Correctional Center Burial Services - 26-426DOC-CENTR-B-51519 (2026)
Illinois Department of Corrections | State of IllinoisState · Springfield, IL- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 25, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Kimberly Litteken
- (618) 533-4111 ext 2228
The 30-second brief
Centralia Correctional Center is seeking bids for a 3-year contract for basic burial services for individuals in custody who pass away and are wards of the state. The required services include labor, tools, parts, materials, instrumentation, and equipment to provide basic burial services, transportation of remains to funeral home and cemetery, grave plot for burial, receptacle, and digging of grave. Bids must be submitted no later than April 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Bid Buy or email to Kimberly Litteken. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor who submits the lowest price.
Lowest price
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Summary
Centralia Correctional Center is seeking bids for a 3-year contract for basic burial services for individuals in custody who pass away and are wards of the state.
The required services include labor, tools, parts, materials, instrumentation, and equipment to provide basic burial services, transportation of remains to funeral home and cemetery, grave plot for burial, receptacle, and digging of grave. Bids must be submitted no later than April 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Bid Buy or email to Kimberly Litteken. The award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor who submits the lowest price.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest price
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed contract, standard Illinois certification form
- Submit to
- Bid Buy or email to [email protected]
- Scope location
- Centralia, IL
- Reported agency
- Illinois Department of Corrections
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bid Buy or email to [email protected]. For questions, contact Kimberly Litteken.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois in IL, 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 Bid 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 Kimberly Litteken at (618) 533-4111 ext 2228. 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: "Lowest price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois?
All active and historical solicitations from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois 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 Bid?
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: completed contract, standard Illinois certification form. Review the full document from Illinois Department of Corrections | State of Illinois for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Centralia, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.