Medical Examiner Transport Services

Jefferson County Public Health requires a New York State licensed funeral director to provide medical examiner transport services in Watertown, New York. The contractor must be available at all hours to perform removals of deceased persons as requested by the County Medical Examiner, including difficult or complex assignments, by supplying two properly trained staff members per removal. The contract term is for two years. Only United States organizations that are New York State licensed funeral directors with qualified, trained, and supervised personnel may submit proposals. Applicants must maintain required insurances, including Workers' Compensation, Commercial General Liability, Motor Vehicle Liability, and Professional Liability. Sealed proposals must be submitted electronically through the Jefferson County Purchasing Department webpage, or physically delivered by mail or in person, by November 10, 2026, at 3:30 PM EST. The solicitation strictly prohibits submissions via fax or email. All pre-proposal questions must be submitted through the county's online vendor portal.