Border Patrol Untrained Canine – Detection, Field Office K9 Center - FOK9
ID: 20148894Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

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/0355dcde6f9a4b7a87bd0e723c789052/view
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    Description

    The Department of Homeland Security, through the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking quotes for the procurement of up to eight untrained canines for the Office of Training and Development (OTD) at the Field Office K9 Center in Front Royal, Virginia. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing canines that meet stringent health, breed, and performance criteria, with delivery expected within 30 days of contract award. These canines are essential for enhancing CBP's operational capabilities in detection and training, ensuring effective law enforcement and border security measures. 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 Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the procurement and delivery of canines for the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) canine program. The contractor is expected to provide suitable canines for training and must ensure delivery within 30 days of contract award. The document details responsibilities for both CBP and the contractor, including conditions for replacement canines, costs associated with unaccepted animals, and strict acceptance criteria regarding the canines’ health, breed, and performance capabilities. Candidates must undergo pre-screening, medical, and behavioral evaluations, with specific requirements for age, weight, and health certification. The SOW emphasizes the importance of character traits for detection canines, such as stable temperament and prey drive. If defects or health concerns arise within six months of acceptance, the contractor must retrieve and replace the canine at no cost to the government. Overall, this document serves as a comprehensive guide for procuring canines that meet stringent standards for CBP’s operational needs, demonstrating a commitment to maintaining effective and operationally capable canine units.
    Attachment 2 -Canine Proposal.xlsx
    This document outlines a proposal related to the procurement of canines, including essential details for submission in response to a government RFP. It provides fields for the solicitation number, company and contact information, as well as specifics such as the number of canines being quoted, the price per canine, and the total cost. Key information includes the canines' availability date, age, and breed(s). The structure presents a straightforward template for vendors to complete, facilitating the evaluation process by government agencies. This proposal template is designed to streamline the acquisition of canines, likely for purposes such as law enforcement or military use, reflecting the systematic approach of government procurement practices.
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