SUBJECT:
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Request Approval of Contract Amendment (Renewal): 20P-151-CA-04 Disposition of Unclaimed Bodies - Gratitude and Compassion, LLC dba Roberts of Ocala Funerals and Cremation, Ocala, FL (Budget Impact - Neutral; estimated expenditure of $46,000)
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Susan Olsen, Director |
Procurement Services |
DESCRIPTION/BACKGROUND:
On October 6, 2020, the Board approved an agreement with Gratitude and Compassion, LLC doing business as Roberts of Ocala Funerals and Cremation (“Roberts”) to provide services for care and disposition of unclaimed decedents in Marion County. The services in this agreement include respectful pickup, storage, cremation, disposition of cremated remains, as well as all required legal and administrative documentation.
Roberts has performed these services in a satisfactory and professional manner. Community Service’s staff recommends renewing the agreement for an additional five (5) years, extending the term through October 31, 2031.
A draft contract is attached for review. Upon approval at today’s meeting the agreement will be sent to Roberts for signature, and upon approval by Legal, it will be forwarded for the Clerk’s and Chairman’s signatures.
BUDGET/IMPACT:
Neutral; estimated annual expenditure of $46,000. Funds are available in line AA335564-531109.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Recommended action
Motion to approve and allow staff to issue, and upon approval by Legal, authorize the Chairman and Clerk to execute the contract with Gratitude and Compassion, LLC dba Roberts of Ocala Funerals and Cremation under 20P-151.
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