Sedgwick County - Cremation Services for Unclaimed Human Remains - RFB #26-0086 (2026)
Sedgwick CountyCounty · Wichita, KS- Due
- Oct 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jaimee O’Laughlin
- (316) 660-7255
The 30-second brief
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking bids for cremation services for unclaimed human remains of individuals who died in the County, supporting the Sedgwick County Regional Forensic Science Center. In 2025, the County provided cremation for 74 unclaimed human remains. The scope includes transportation of deceased persons within 48 hours of notification, complete cremation within 72 hours, secure storage, and proper containerization of cremated remains. Bidders must be a Kansas licensed funeral home with valid Kansas crematory and operator licenses, and submit background check applications and driver's licenses for all employees. The contract period is for three years with two one-year options to renew. Responses are due no later than 1:45 pm CDT on October 6, 2026.
Cremation and Storage of Cremated Remains Per Unclaimed Individual
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
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Summary
Sedgwick County, Kansas is seeking bids for cremation services for unclaimed human remains of individuals who died in the County, supporting the Sedgwick County Regional Forensic Science Center.
In 2025, the County provided cremation for 74 unclaimed human remains. The scope includes transportation of deceased persons within 48 hours of notification, complete cremation within 72 hours, secure storage, and proper containerization of cremated remains. Bidders must be a Kansas licensed funeral home with valid Kansas crematory and operator licenses, and submit background check applications and driver's licenses for all employees. The contract period is for three years with two one-year options to renew. Responses are due no later than 1:45 pm CDT on October 6, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cremation and Storage of Cremated Remains Per Unclaimed Individual
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Bid Response Form
- Proof of insurance
- Completed background check forms for all employees
- Copy of valid driver's license for all employees
- Sample invoice
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Wichita, KS
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Sedgwick County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jaimee O’Laughlin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Sedgwick County in KS, 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 Jaimee O’Laughlin at (316) 660-7255. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cremation and Storage of Cremated Remains Per Unclaimed Individual. 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: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sedgwick County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sedgwick County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sedgwick 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 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: Bid Response Form, Proof of insurance, Completed background check forms for all employees, Copy of valid driver's license for all employees, Sample invoice. Review the full document from Sedgwick 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: Wichita, KS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.