Customs and Border Protection focuses on the operational readiness and sustainment of border security assets, with a primary strategic emphasis on the canine program. Their core mission involves the end-to-end lifecycle management of detection canines, encompassing the procurement of untrained animals, behavioral pre-screening, temperament testing, and veterinary medical certification.
Mission Support Contracting Division is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Mission Support Contracting Division has obligated $118,444,500, issued 4 awards, and worked with 4 contractors. It currently has 5 open contract opportunities. Procurement is concentrated in Investigation and Personal Background Check Services, Horses and Other Equine Production, and Small Arms Ammunition Manufacturing.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
The Mission Support Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection focuses on the operational readiness and sustainment of border security assets, with a primary strategic emphasis on the canine program. Their core mission involves the end-to-end lifecycle management of detection canines...
The Mission Support Contracting Division of U.S. Customs and Border Protection focuses on the operational readiness and sustainment of border security assets, with a primary strategic emphasis on the canine program. Their core mission involves the end-to-end lifecycle management of detection canines, encompassing the procurement of untrained animals, behavioral pre-screening, temperament testing, and veterinary medical certification. Additionally, the agency prioritizes the acquisition of tactical equipment, including small arms, ordnance, and specialized laboratory instrumentation to support field operations.
Procurement patterns center on a mix of specialized livestock and tactical hardware. The agency frequently procures untrained detection canines, veterinary services, and animal transportation logistics. These are balanced by requirements for small arms ammunition, electronic computer manufacturing, and professional management consulting. Contract structures include combined and subcontract vehicles, often utilized for the delivery and logistics of live animals and the manufacturing of canine identification equipment.
The agency demonstrates a strong preference for small business set-asides, frequently targeting NAICS codes related to animal production, small arms manufacturing, and administrative management. They maintain a diverse vendor base that includes Women-Owned Small Businesses and 8(a) certified firms. Industry partners typically range from specialized canine breeders and veterinary clinics to defense contractors and software publishers.
Operating under the Department of Homeland Security, this division provides critical mission support for U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Their organizational scope covers a wide geographic range, with specific operational requirements noted in regions such as El Paso, Texas. The agency utilizes a variety of procurement vehicles, including special notices and direct solicitations, to maintain its tactical and operational infrastructure.
Procurement Analytics
Where Mission Support Contracting Division directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Mission Support Contracting Division and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
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Recent Mission Support Contracting Division Contracts
The latest contract opportunities posted by this agency, including active solicitations and recent awards.
