Canine Breeding and Development Program

The contract pertains to the breeding and early-stage development of explosive-detection canines sourced from approved bloodlines, encompassing comprehensive neonatal care, continuous health monitoring, and foundational socialization protocols. All activities must strictly adhere to the standards established by the DHS Domestic Breeding Consortium to ensure the dogs meet the rigorous physical, behavioral, and operational requirements for federal explosive detection duties. The work involves maintaining high-level veterinary oversight, managing breeding pair selection, and cultivating early environmental exposure to prepare puppies for advanced training downstream. This is a small business set-aside subcontract under the NAICS code 115210, awarded by the U.S. Secret Service under the Department of Homeland Security, with performance expected to occur at a location identified by zip code 20223. The opportunity was posted on July 5, 2026, and responses are due by July 10, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. Only small businesses are eligible to respond, and the solicitation does not specify a solicitation number or a designated point of contact. The contract is structured to support national security objectives through the reliable, consistent production of high-performing detection canines, with compliance and lineage integrity being central to success.