Lake County Coroner's Office Body Removal & Transportation Services RFP 26271 - 2026
Lake CountyCounty · Lake County, IL- Due
- Sep 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 17, 2026
- Primary contact
- Michael Jeschke
- (847) 377-2141
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Lake County is issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 26271 to establish a contract for professional body removal and transportation services for the Coroner's Office. The selected vendor must provide services on a twenty-four (24) hour per day, seven (7) days per week, three hundred sixty-five (365) day per year basis (366 days during leap years). Responses are due by 11:00 AM CDT on September 14, 2026, at the Lake County Purchasing office located at 18 N County St., 9th Floor, Waukegan, IL 60085. A question deadline is set for September 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. The primary contact for this solicitation is Michael Jeschke at 847-377-2141 or [email protected].
Professional removal and transportation services available 24/7/365
SUMMARY
Lake County is issuing Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 26271 to establish a contract for professional body removal and transportation services for the Coroner's Office.
The selected vendor must provide services on a twenty-four (24) hour per day, seven (7) days per week, three hundred sixty-five (365) day per year basis (366 days during leap years). Responses are due by 11:00 AM CDT on September 14, 2026, at the Lake County Purchasing office located at 18 N County St., 9th Floor, Waukegan, IL 60085. A question deadline is set for September 7, 2026, at 11:00 AM CST. The primary contact for this solicitation is Michael Jeschke at 847-377-2141 or [email protected].
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Professional removal and transportation services available 24/7/365
- Submit to
- Lake County Purchasing, 18 N County St., 9th Floor, Waukegan, IL 60085
- Scope location
- Waukegan, IL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lake County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Lake County Purchasing, 18 N County St., 9th Floor, Waukegan, IL 60085. For questions, contact Michael Jeschke.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lake County 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 RFP 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 Michael Jeschke at (847) 377-2141. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Professional removal and transportation services available 24/7/365. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Lake County?
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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 Lake 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: Waukegan, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.