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Canine Behavioral Pre-Screening and Training Readiness Assessment

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Submission Closed08/31/2026, 10:00:00 AM EDT

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AI Contract Overview

The Canine Behavioral Pre-Screening and Training Readiness Assessment is a subcontract opportunity issued by the Department of Homeland Security under the Procurement Directorate Contracting Division. The primary objective of this contract is to evaluate canines for critical behavioral traits necessary for detection work, specifically focusing on temperament, focus, and hunt drive. By implementing these pre-screening measures, the agency aims to minimize the risk of canine rejection during the formal CBP evaluation process. This opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 812910. Interested parties should note that the solicitation was posted on August 27, 2026, with a response deadline of August 31, 2026.

General Info

DHS small business subcontract for canine behavioral pre-screening and training readiness assessments.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Procurement Directorate Contracting Division

NAICS

812910 - Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services

Place of Performance

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 20155230.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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Request for Quote (RFQ) for Detection Canines (FOK9) for the Border Patrol K9 Center in Front Royal, VA

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 27

subcontract

Response DeadlineAug 31

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/31/2026, 10:00:00 AM EDT

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AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Procurement Directorate Contracting Division

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Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Procurement Directorate Contracting Division

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Full Description

Evaluate canines for behavioral traits essential to detection work, including hunt drive, temperament, and focus, to reduce rejection risk during CBP evaluation.

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