FMC Fort Worth-Mortuary Services Amendment 0001
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Federal Bureau of Prisons, Field Acquisition Office is soliciting proposals for Mortuary Services for the Federal Medical Center (FMC) Fort Worth, TX. This opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. An amendment (0001) has updated the Statement of Work, wage determination, schedule of items, and quote submission instructions. Quotes are now due by April 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide comprehensive mortuary services, including:
- Picking up deceased individuals (AIC) from FMC Fort Worth or local hospitals within two hours of notification.
- Performing arterial embalming if an autopsy is required.
- Arranging and conducting local burials within a 30-mile radius, including securing permits and scheduling.
- Arranging and managing the shipment of remains, coordinating with receiving funeral homes and providing necessary documentation.
- Providing standard burial, cremation, and special services (e.g., sealed caskets, refrigeration).
- Ensuring compliance with all state and interstate shipment laws, quality standards, and industry best practices.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Indefinite delivery/requirements type contract with firm-fixed unit prices.
- Period of Performance: Base Year (effective date of award through 12 months) with four (4) possible 12-month option years.
- Anticipated Award Date: December 2025 or January 2026 (original estimate).
- Anticipated Effective Date of Award (EDOA): February 01, 2026 (original estimate).
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 812210 (Care Of Remains And/Or Funeral Services).
- Product Service Code: G001.
Amendment 0001 Details
Amendment 0001, posted March 30, 2026, modifies the solicitation by:
- Updating the Statement of Work (SOW).
- Adding the updated Wage Determination 2015-5231, Revision 31, dated 12/02/2025.
- Adding an attached Schedule of Items.
- Updating the Quote Submission Instructions.
- Extending the offer due date to April 15, 2026.
Submission & Evaluation
- Quotes Due: April 15, 2026, at 12:00 a.m. Central Time.
- Submission Method: Electronically via email to mblaisdell@bop.gov in PDF format. Faxed and hand-delivered quotes will not be accepted.
- Evaluation Factors: Price and Past Performance.
- The Government reserves the right to cancel the solicitation at any time.
Additional Notes
Quoters must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and include their Unique Entity Identifier (UEI). Contractors must comply with FAR 52.222-54 (E-Verify Requirements) and be licensed with state and regulatory agencies, providing proof of insurance. Funds are not presently available for this solicitation. Contractor personnel will be subject to background investigations and drug testing.