Canine Explosive Scent Kits (CESK)

Solicitation 70RFP326QEH000013 is a combined synopsis and request for quotation issued by the Department of Homeland Security's Federal Protective Service for the procurement of high-fidelity Canine Explosive Scent Kits (CESK) and extinction training aids. These kits, consisting of pure explosives and chemical precursors, are essential for the imprint, training, and certification of Explosives Detection Canine Teams. The acquisition is a total small business set-aside and will be awarded as a firm-fixed-price contract. The period of performance spans five years, consisting of a base year and four subsequent option years, with a total duration not to exceed five years. The scope of work requires the manufacture and specialized packaging of regional and headquarters kits, with headquarters kits specifically required in ordering periods one, three, and five. Technical specifications are stringent, requiring the use of medical-grade breathable Tyvek and high-density film with double heat seals and ionizing bars to prevent contamination and static. All materials must be vacuum-sealed in opaque metallic shielding bags and labeled with specific hazard warnings and agency contact information. The contractor is responsible for full compliance with DOT and IATA regulations for the transport of explosives. Award will be based on a lowest price technically acceptable approach. Offerors must provide a detailed list of kit components, manufacturer data sheets, and a complete pricing schedule via SF1449 to be considered technically acceptable. The government will evaluate the total price by combining the base requirement and all option periods, including a six-month extension. Quotes are due by September 23, 2026, at 0900 AM EST, and must remain valid for 120 days. Registration in the System for Award Management is mandatory for award eligibility.