Canine Rehabilitation and Life Skills Program

Montgomery County is seeking a qualified organization to design, implement, and administer a comprehensive Canine Rehabilitation and Life Skills Program at the Montgomery County Correctional Facility. The program aims to utilize rescued dogs and a structured life skills curriculum to enhance inmate rehabilitation, emotional wellness, and employability to support successful community reintegration. The selected contractor will be responsible for overall program administration, including the management of a lottery-based participant selection process for eligible inmates, as well as the coordination of all veterinary services and the provision of necessary animal supplies such as food, crates, and training equipment. The contract has a not-to-exceed value of 380,000 dollars. Qualified vendors must demonstrate experience in operating correctional canine programs, with a preference given to those with specific experience in secure detention or correctional facilities. Mandatory requirements include passing a criminal background check and completing facility-required training, such as Security Orientation and Prison Rape Elimination Act training. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the Bonfire Portal and must include a technical proposal without pricing, a separate cost proposal, a current W9, and completed Appendix A submission forms. The contract term typically begins on the effective date and may last one year, with potential extensions up to five years. Payment is issued within 30 days of invoice receipt following the inspection and acceptance of work by an authorized representative of the Commissioners.