Service Dog Food
ID: 70B06C25Q00000388Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONPROCUREMENT DIRECTORATE CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

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Dog and Cat Food Manufacturing (311111)

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SPECIAL DIETARY FOODS AND FOOD SPECIALTY PREPARATIONS (8940)
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    The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking qualified contractors to provide dog food for the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy located in El Paso, Texas. The procurement involves an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with three one-year ordering periods, aimed at supplying approximately 500 government-owned canines with specialized Eukanuba dog food tailored to their dietary needs. This initiative underscores the importance of maintaining the health and performance of working canines through proper nutrition, with an estimated contract value ranging from $90,000 to $560,000 over the three-year period. Interested parties must submit their quotations electronically by August 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET, and can contact John Thomas Crockett at john.t.crockett@cbp.dhs.gov or 502-727-8162 for further information.

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    The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is issuing a Statement of Work (SOW) for the procurement of dog food for approximately 500 canines at the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy in El Paso, TX. The contract is an Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) with three one-year ordering periods. The contractor is responsible for providing food tailored to various dietary needs, delivering about 180 bags per month of specific Eukanuba dog food formulas. Deliveries must occur within one week of ordering and occur on weekdays only. The contractor will handle all logistics, including loading and unloading food at the specified location. The government will provide storage space, and the contract duration will be for three years from the date of award. Compliance with federal, state, and local regulations is required, and changes to the SOW must receive prior approval from the contracting officer. This procurement highlights the government’s commitment to maintain its canines' health and performance through proper nutrition while adhering to standardized commercial guidelines.
    The document outlines the pricing schedule for the supply of specific Eukanuba dog food varieties to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy over a three-year period, with unidentified periods of performance (PoP) for each year. The items listed include Eukanuba Performance Sport, Work, and Exercise bags, with estimated quantities of 70, 80, and 30 bags, respectively. However, all pricing details are listed as $0.00 for each year, indicating a placeholder or that the actual costs are yet to be determined. The structure of the document includes a breakdown of monthly total costs and yearly totals but lacks specific financial data. This pricing schedule is part of a broader government Request for Proposal (RFP) context concerning the procurement of canine food supplies, reflecting federal procurement practices.
    The document outlines the Request for Quotations (RFQ) for a contract with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to provide dog food for the Border Patrol Academy. This procurement is set as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS code 311111. Responses must be submitted electronically by August 15, 2025, at 2:00 PM ET. The contract will have a three-year performance period with a minimum guarantee of $90,000 and a maximum contract value of $560,000. Key requirements include compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) for commercial items and small business programs. Offerors must provide pricing schedules and demonstrate compliance with product specifications. The contract stipulates a firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery-Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) framework, where delivery orders will be issued based on the outlined terms. Significant clauses include the prohibition of certain foreign telecommunications and software services, and compliance with equal opportunity and labor standards, alongside specific reporting requirements for equipment related to Kaspersky Lab and other entities. The RFQ emphasizes the importance of timely submissions and adherence to contractual conditions to ensure successful bids.
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