Personnel Screening Detection Canines.
ID: 70US0925Q70092258Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS SECRET SERVICEU S SECRET SERVICEWASHINGTON, DC, 20223, USA

NAICS

All Other Animal Production (112990)

PSC

LIVE ANIMALS, NOT RAISED FOR FOOD (8820)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/30981898f8324b26a6dbf265ae0ec1bf/view
Timeline
  1. 1
    Posted Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  2. 2
    Updated Mar 25, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
  3. 3
    Due Apr 8, 2025, 5:00 PM UTC
Description

The Department of Homeland Security, specifically the United States Secret Service (USSS), is seeking qualified vendors to provide twelve personnel screening explosive odor detection canines. The procurement requires the canines to meet specific technical specifications, including breed preferences such as German Shorthair Pointer and Labrador Retriever, a maximum age of two years, and desirable characteristics like social temperament and courage. These canines are essential for enhancing security measures and ensuring effective personnel screening operations. Interested offerors must submit their proposals by April 8, 2025, and are encouraged to provide a candidate pool of at least ten canines for selection. For further inquiries, vendors can contact Lauren Suydam at lauren.suydam@associates.usss.dhs.gov or Jade Gaston at jade.gaston@usss.dhs.gov.

Point(s) of Contact
Lauren Suydam
Lauren.suydam@associates.usss.dhs.gov
Jade Gaston
Jade.gaston@usss.dhs.gov
Files
Title
Posted
RFQ 70US0925Q70092258 Canines - SAM Final.pdf
Mar 25, 2025, 4:06 PM UTC
This document is a solicitation for quotes from vendors for the acquisition of twelve personnel screening explosive odor detection canines by the United States Secret Service (USSS). The solicitation, identified as RFQ number 70US0925Q70092258, requests qualified offerors to submit proposals by April 8, 2025. It details the technical specifications and requirements for the canines, including breed preferences (German Shorthair Pointer, Labrador Retriever, etc.), maximum age of two years, and specific desirable characteristics such as social temperament and courage. Proposals will be evaluated based on three criteria: past performance, technical capability, and price, with past performance being significantly more important. Offerors must provide a candidate pool of at least ten canines for selection and meet various vendor requirements, including participation in the DHS Domestic Breeding Consortium. The contract is expected to be awarded on a firm-fixed price basis and includes a one-year warranty on the canines. The document emphasizes compliance with federal provisions and regulations, highlighting the importance of proper sourcing practices. Overall, this RFQ aims to ensure that the USSS acquires the necessary canines effectively while adhering to government procurement standards and regulations.
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