Supply and Delivery of Grave Vaults

Request for Applications for Standing Offer Agreements

SPECIFICATIONS OF GOODS AND SCOPE OF SERVICES

The City is seeking experienced and qualified contractors with proven ability to supply and deliver concrete grave vaults at various locations within the City on an “as and when” required basis. The Goods and Services include without limitation the supply and delivery of material, the provision of skilled labour, and equipment to provide the Goods and perform the Services and other requirements of this RFA-SOA in the City.

A concrete grave vault is the chosen preference by the City which is an outer receptacle with lid that protects the integrity of the grave and reduces settling of the ground as heavy machinery can cause the graves to sink. They must be constructed of high-strength concrete and have drain holes in the bottom.        

The required Goods and Services may include, but are not limited to:

Grave Vaults:

• Smooth grey concrete finish
• Welded wire mesh reinforcing cage
• Lid lifting loops
• Inside 87” x 30” at base x 27.5” deep
• Outside 92” x 35” x 30” tall
• 1” tall casket rest
• Drain holes in the bottom

RFA-SOA Document for download: 
Supply and Delivery of Grave Vaults (.pdf)
Schedule B - Application for a Standing Offer Agreement (.doc)

Addenda
If the City determines that an amendment is required to this RFA-SOA, the contact person will issue a written addendum by posting it on the BC Bid Website at www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca (the “BC Bid Website”) and the City Website at www.surrey.ca (the “City Website”) that will form part of this RFA-SOA. It is the responsibility of Applicants to check the BC Bid Website and the City Website for addenda. The only way this RFA-SOA may be added to, or amended in any way, is by a formal written addendum. No other communication, whether written or oral, from any person will affect or modify the terms of this RFA-SOA or may be relied upon by any Applicant. By delivery of an Application, Applicant is deemed to have received, accepted and understood the entire RFA-SOA including, any and all addenda.

All inquiries related to this request for RFA-SOA should be directed in writing to the contact person named below.