Border Patrol Untrained Canine – Detection, Field Office K9 Center - FOK9
ID: 20148893Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFUS CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTIONPROCUREMENT DIRECTORATE CONTRACTING DIVISIONWASHINGTON, DC, 20229, USA

NAICS

All Other Animal Production (112990)

PSC

LIVE ANIMALS, NOT RAISED FOR FOOD (8820)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/64fb823af8f44768a0513363c87f36cf/view
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    The Department of Homeland Security, through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking quotes for the procurement of up to eight untrained canines for its Office of Training and Development at the Field Office K9 Center in Front Royal, Virginia. The canines must meet stringent medical and behavioral criteria, and the contractor will be responsible for their delivery, transportation, and replacement if they do not pass evaluation. This procurement is critical for enhancing border protection operations, ensuring that only high-quality detection canines are utilized. Interested small businesses must submit their quotes by August 7, 2025, and can direct inquiries to Danielle Brandao Lacerda at danielle.brandaolacerda@dhs.gov or John Thomas Crockett at john.crockett@dhs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Danielle Brandao Lacerda
    (619) 216-4181
    danielle.brandaolacerda@dhs.gov
    John Thomas Crockett
    (317) 614-4969
    john.crockett@dhs.gov
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    1.1.4-SOW FOK9(Attachment 1).pdf
    The document outlines the Statement of Work (SOW) for a federal request to procure canines suitable for training by Customs and Border Protection (CBP). It specifies that the contractor must deliver canines within 30 days of notification and be fully responsible for their transportation and replacement if they fail evaluation. All canines must meet stringent medical and behavioral criteria, focusing on health, age, breed, and evaluation outcomes. The SOW details a rigorous acceptance process, including pre-screening, medical, and behavioral assessments, with various tests to evaluate a canine's suitability for detection work, such as retrieving and hunting instincts, temperament, and socialization abilities. Additionally, specific medical and behavioral disqualifications are outlined to ensure only high-quality canines are selected for the program. The agreement underlines the responsibilities of both CBP and the contractor regarding care, transport, and potential medical issues, emphasizing a quality assurance warranty for any canines exhibiting pre-existing health problems post-acceptance. This procurement initiative reflects the government's requirement for reliable detection canines critical for border protection operations.
    Attachment 2 -Canine Proposal.xlsx
    The document outlines a proposal for the procurement of canines, intended for use in federal or local government operations. It requires details about the bidding entity, including solicitation number, company name, contact information, and business type along with the UEID and SAM expiration date. Key components of the proposal include the number of canines offered, price per canine, total cost, availability date, age, and breeds. The structured format allows for easy comparison between bids while ensuring that relevant data about canine characteristics and seller qualifications are clearly presented. This proposal is indicative of the broader context of government RFPs, which aim to solicit competitive offers from businesses for products or services essential to public safety or operational effectiveness, such as trained canines in law enforcement or rescue operations.
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