Lexington County - Indigent Cremations - 2027-IFB-25 (2026)
Lexington CountyCounty · Lexington, SC- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Linsey Hardy
- (803) 785-8319
The 30-second brief
Lexington County invites bids for indigent cremation services under a term contract for the Lexington County Coroner's Office. The scope of work includes picking up remains, performing cremation, and delivering cremains back to the Coroner's Office located at 1072 South Lake Drive, Lexington, SC 29073 within three business days of receipt. The County requires approximately 50 to 60 services annually. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with a question deadline of November 19, 2026. Required submissions include a Certificate of Familiarity, Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Vendor Application with W-9 Form. Evaluation criteria include cost, reputation and dependability of the contractor, and background credit check.
Price for Pick up of remains, Cremation and delivering cremains back to Lexington County Coroner's Office
Cost, Reputation and dependability of the Contractor, Background Credit Check
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Summary
Lexington County invites bids for indigent cremation services under a term contract for the Lexington County Coroner's Office.
The scope of work includes picking up remains, performing cremation, and delivering cremains back to the Coroner's Office located at 1072 South Lake Drive, Lexington, SC 29073 within three business days of receipt. The County requires approximately 50 to 60 services annually. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET, with a question deadline of November 19, 2026. Required submissions include a Certificate of Familiarity, Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, and Vendor Application with W-9 Form. Evaluation criteria include cost, reputation and dependability of the contractor, and background credit check.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Cost
- Reputation and dependability of the Contractor
- Background Credit Check
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Price for Pick up of remains, Cremation and delivering cremains back to Lexington County Coroner's Office
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Certificate of Familiarity
- Certificate of Insurance
- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Vendor Application and W9 Form
- Submit to
- https://lexingtoncounty.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1098&SourceType=1
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lexington, SC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lexington County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://lexingtoncounty.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=1098&SourceType=1. For questions, contact Linsey Hardy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lexington County in SC, 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 Linsey Hardy at (803) 785-8319. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Price for Pick up of remains, Cremation and delivering cremains back to Lexington County Coroner's Office. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Cost, Reputation and dependability of the Contractor, Background Credit Check" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lexington County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lexington County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lexington 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.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Certificate of Familiarity, Certificate of Insurance, Non-Collusion Affidavit, Vendor Application and W9 Form. Review the full document from Lexington 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: Lexington, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
