Request to award Contract No. 03192022 to Bulman Family Funeral Homes for autopsy transport services.
Background Information
The current contract for transport for autopsy has expired. On April 5, 2022, an authorization to advertise an Invitation for Bids No. 03192022 was granted by the Board of Supervisors, and a public bid process was initiated to solicit bids for this service. Bulman Family Funeral Homes was the only bid received for services to Globe, Miami, Roosevelt, Hayden, and Winkelman. The bid was deemed responsible and responsive and will be in effect from June 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023.
Evaluation
The transport service is necessary and required to transport deceased persons when an autopsy is necessary as determined by the County Attorney. Negotiated contracts need to be in place to secure pricing for a specified period. Bulman Family Funeral Homes was the only bidder for the transport services for southern Gila County.
Conclusion
It is in the best interest of the County to award a contract to provide autopsy transport services as required.
Recommendation
Staff recommends approval.
Suggested Motion
Information/Discussion/Action to award Contract No. 03192022 to Bulman Family Funeral Homes for autopsy transport services in the amount of $50,000 from June 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. (Mary Springer)