Autopsy Transportation for VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System

Project ID: 36C24426Q0687 FederalOpportunitiesPresolicitation

Overview

Agency	VISN 4
Deadline	06/29/26
Posted	06/11/26
Estimated Value	$25,000 - $150,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	485991 - Special Needs Transportation
PSC	V129 - Transportation/Travel/Relocation- Transportation: Other
Location	VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System University Drive Campus Pittsburgh, PA 15240 United States

Description

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THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE OFFERS VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System located in Pittsburgh, PA 15240 This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice for the Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4, to provide deceased patients for transportation. Patients maybe located at the University Drive or Heinz locations and will require transportation to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) or The Allegheny County Coroner s Office. The full solicitation will be posted on the Contract Opportunities website at www.sam.gov on or about June 11, 2026. The full solicitation will be a Small Business set-aside. The North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) for this procurement is 485991 Special Needs Transportation; the size standard is $19 Million. Potential offerors are responsible for monitoring this site for the release of the solicitation package and any other pertinent information and for downloading their own copy of the solicitation package. Any amendments issued to this solicitation will ONLY be available on this site. Offerors are advised that they are responsible for obtaining all amendments. All questions must be submitted in writing to the Contract Specialist at cynthia.laemmerhirt@va.gov. No telephone inquiries will be accepted. This notice does not obligate the Government to award a contract neither does it obligate the Government to pay for any quotes or proposal preparation costs. The Government is not obligated to issue a solicitation because of this notice. No other information is available until issuance of the solicitation. All interested parties must be registered in System for Award Management (SAM) pursuant to applicable regulations and guidelines prior to award. Registration information can be found at www.sam.gov. The point of contact is Contract Specialist, Cynthia Laemmerhirt, email: cynthia.laemmerhirt@va.gov.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Department of Veterans Affairs, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 4 is issuing a pre-solicitation notice for the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System located in Pittsburgh, PA. The purpose of this contract is to provide transportation services for deceased patients from the University Drive or Heinz locations to either the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) or The Allegheny County Coroner's Office. This contract is part of the agency's mission to ensure respectful and efficient handling of deceased veterans. Work Details The contractor will be responsible for the transportation of deceased patients from designated locations within the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System to specified facilities. This includes: - Ensuring safe and dignified transport of deceased individuals. - Coordinating with hospital staff at both the University Drive and Heinz locations for timely pickups. - Transporting to either UPMC or The Allegheny County Coroner's Office as required. Period of Performance The geographic location(s) the contract will be performed (if provided). Place of Performance VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System, University Drive Campus, Pittsburgh, PA 15240, USA. Bidder Requirements This opportunity is a Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA). Bidders must meet specific requirements including potential staffing credentials relevant to transportation services and any necessary licenses or certifications related to handling deceased individuals.

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