Detection Canine Breeding and Early Development

This contract involves the breeding, whelping, and early socialization of Labrador Retrievers specifically trained for detection work, with a focus on ensuring high-quality genetics and neonatal care. The scope includes genetic screening to enhance the detection capabilities of the dogs and comprehensive early developmental care to prepare the puppies for future roles in law enforcement or related fields. The work is to be carried out in Front Royal, with a targeted approach to producing well-bred and properly socialized canines ready for specialized detection tasks. Issued by the Department of Justice’s Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), this subcontract is designated as a partial small business set-aside, encouraging participation from small business entities. The solicitation opens on June 10, 2026, with responses due by June 22, 2026. The contract falls under NAICS code 112990, related to animal production, emphasizing the agricultural and breeding aspects of the project. This effort supports the agency’s mission by providing high-quality detection dogs through controlled breeding and meticulous early care.