Westmoreland County - RFP for Autopsy Services - 26-39 (2026)
Westmoreland CountyCounty · Greensburg, PA- Due
- Oct 27, 2026
- 11 days left
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- John Ackerman
- (724) 830-3137
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
Westmoreland County is seeking proposals for autopsy, forensic autopsy, and pathology services to assist the Westmoreland County Coroner in determining the cause and manner of death. Services include complete medical-legal autopsies with gross and microscopic diagnosis, typed post-mortem protocols and reports, DNA spot cards, special supply fees, complex case fees, and quick tox testing kits, performed onsite at the Westmoreland County Forensic Center located at 2503 South Grande Boulevard, Greensburg, PA 15601. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by October 16, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with the option for two additional one-year terms.
Complete medical-legal autopsies including gross and microscopic diagnosis; typed post-mortem protocol and reports; DNA spot cards; special supply fees such as sexual assault kits or gunshot wound/suspicious case evidence collection; complex case fees; quick tox testing kits
Relevant experience of the proposer, financial proposal, proposed solution, options offered, overall benefit
SUMMARY
Westmoreland County is seeking proposals for autopsy, forensic autopsy, and pathology services to assist the Westmoreland County Coroner in determining the cause and manner of death.
Services include complete medical-legal autopsies with gross and microscopic diagnosis, typed post-mortem protocols and reports, DNA spot cards, special supply fees, complex case fees, and quick tox testing kits, performed onsite at the Westmoreland County Forensic Center located at 2503 South Grande Boulevard, Greensburg, PA 15601. The submission deadline is October 27, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by October 16, 2026. The initial contract term is one year with the option for two additional one-year terms.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Relevant experience of the proposer
- Financial proposal
- Proposed solution
- Options offered
- Overall benefit
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Complete medical-legal autopsies including gross and microscopic diagnosis
- Typed post-mortem protocol and reports
- DNA spot cards
- Special supply fees such as sexual assault kits or gunshot wound/suspicious case evidence collection
- Complex case fees
- Quick tox testing kits
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Transmittal letter
- Technical proposal
- 5 professional references
- List of lawsuits within last 5 years
- Current licensure to practice medicine in Pennsylvania
- Proof of board-certified pathologist status
- Curriculum vitae
- Fee structure
- Proof of insurance coverage
- Certificate of non-debarment
- Submit to
- Office of the Westmoreland County Controller, 2 North Main Street, Suite 111, Greensburg, PA 15601
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- Greensburg, PA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Westmoreland County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 27, 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: Office of the Westmoreland County Controller, 2 North Main Street, Suite 111, Greensburg, PA 15601. For questions, contact John Ackerman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Westmoreland County in PA, 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 John Ackerman at (724) 830-3137. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Complete medical-legal autopsies including gross and microscopic diagnosis; typed post-mortem protocol and reports; DNA spot cards; special supply fees such as sexual assault kits or gunshot wound/suspicious case evidence collection; complex case fees; quick tox testing kits. 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: "Relevant experience of the proposer, financial proposal, proposed solution, options offered, overall benefit" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Westmoreland County?
All active and historical solicitations from Westmoreland County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Westmoreland 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 27, 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 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Transmittal letter, technical proposal, 5 professional references, list of lawsuits within last 5 years, current licensure to practice medicine in Pennsylvania, proof of board-certified pathologist st. Review the full document from Westmoreland 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: Greensburg, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.