DEPARTMENT
Medical Examiner
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval of a recommended proposal - Medical Examiner's Office, 25RFP1552437C-JH, Pickup and Removal of Deceased Remains in an amount not to exceed $350,000.00 with First Call Removal Services LLC. (Mableton, GA) to provide pickup and removal of deceased remains. Effective dates: April 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026 with two renewal options.
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REQUIREMENT FOR BOARD ACTION (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with the Purchasing Code Sections 102-375, all competitive sealed proposals shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
STRATEGIC PRIORITY AREA RELATED TO THIS ITEM (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Justice and Safety
COMMISSION DISTRICTS AFFECTED
All Districts ?
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IS THIS A PURCHASING ITEM?
Yes
SUMMARY & BACKGROUND The Medical Examiner recommends approval of this contract to provide transportation of decedent remains in Fulton County to First Call Removal Services LLC. This service ensures reliable, professional, and timely transfer of decedents.
Scope of Work: The Contractor will deliver all decedents picked up to the Office of the Medical Examiner in the body bags provided by the Medical Examiner.
Community Impact: N/A
Department Recommendation: First Call Removal Service LLC
Project Implications: Provide transportation of deceased remains countywide
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: If this contract is not approved, the County does not have the capacity to pick up, and transport decedents' remains in Fulton County.
CONTRACT MODIFICATION: This is a new procurement.
CONTRACT & COMPLIANCE INFORMATION (Provide Contractor and Subcontractor details.)
Contract Value: $350,000.00
Prime Vendor: First Call Removal Services
Prime Status: Af...
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