Town of Lyme Cemetery Grave Opening and Closing Services Bid 2026-2027
Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4Utility District · Chaumont, NY- Due
- Jun 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 27, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Heather Lipczynski
- (315) 777-5442
The 30-second brief
The Town of Lyme is soliciting sealed bids for a two-year contract (2026-2027) for grave opening and closing services at Three Mile Bay and Cedar Grove Cemeteries. Bids are due by June 9, 2026.
Opening and closing of full graves and cremains burials, Provision of own equipment
Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids
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Summary
The Town of Lyme is soliciting sealed bids for a two-year contract (2026-2027) for grave opening and closing services at Three Mile Bay and Cedar Grove Cemeteries. Bids are due by June 9, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Opening and closing of full graves and cremains burials, Provision of own equipment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proof of liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance
- Submit to
- Town Clerk's Office, PO Box 66, Chaumont, NY 13622 or 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Chaumont, NY
- Reported agency
- Town of Lyme
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 9, 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: Town Clerk's Office, PO Box 66, Chaumont, NY 13622 or 12175 NYS Route 12E, Chaumont, NY 13622. For questions, contact Heather Lipczynski.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4 in NY, 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 Heather Lipczynski at (315) 777-5442. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Opening and closing of full graves and cremains burials, Provision of own equipment. 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: "Town Board reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4?
All active and historical solicitations from Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4 are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4 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 2 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: proof of liability insurance, workers' compensation insurance. Review the full document from Lyme Town Wd 1 & 4 for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chaumont, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.