Legal Notice - Invitation to Bid - Body Removal/Transport Services

The County of Rutherford is seeking qualified vendors to provide body removal and transport services for its emergency medical services (RCEMS) and Medical Examiner’s Office (MEO). The contract will cover the safe, regulated, and timely movement of human remains between incident sites, hospitals, coroners’ facilities, and other designated locations within the county. Vendors must comply with all applicable state and federal regulations governing the handling and transport of deceased individuals, possess appropriate vehicles and equipment, and maintain required insurance and licensing. This is a sealed‑bid solicitation; bids are due by the deadline and will be opened publicly at the county courthouse. • Service scope includes pickup, secure transport, and delivery of bodies for RCEMS and MEO across Rutherford County. • Vendors must have certified personnel, appropriate refrigerated or temperature‑controlled vehicles, and liability coverage meeting county standards. • Bids are submitted in paper form; no electronic submission is indicated.