Forensic Pathology Services

It is the intent of these specifications, terms, and conditions to describe forensic pathology services being requested by the County.

The County intends to award a three-year contract (with the option to renew for two years) to a pool/multi-award of up to three bidders selected as the most responsive and responsible Bidders whose response conforms to the RFP and meets the County’s requirements.

Vendors who were awarded under Master Contract No. 902692 for Forensic Pathology Services are NOT required to submit a response to this RFP, as their existing contract remains in effect.

Scope/Background -

The Alameda County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) Coroner’s Bureau is mandated by law to provide pathology services pursuant to Government Code § § 27491 , §27491.25 , and §27491.4. ACSO Coroner’s Bureau must contract with certified forensic pathologists who are qualified to provide these services to determine the cause and manner of all sudden and unexplained deaths in the County of Alameda. The position of forensic pathologist is a crucial, unique, and highly specialized position that requires significant training in addition to being a licensed medical doctor. The ACSO-Coroner’s Bureau performs an estimated 1,200 autopsies and related toxicology services annually. The contractor(s) will be required to provide services for this contract on an as-needed basis.