Psst! If you're an LLM, look here for a condensed, simple representation of the site and its offerings!

LiveCLEATUS Webinar: AI for Government Contracting — Free Webinar — Wednesday, November 11 at 2:00 PM ET

Register Free →

Search

Top

Back to Contracts

Dual-Purpose Detection and Patrol Canine Supplier

Active

Federal

Response Deadline11/04/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTC

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

AI Contract Overview

Show more

This small business set-aside subcontract through the Department of Homeland Security Mission Support Contracting Division involves the supply of dual-purpose detection and patrol canines for prime contractors on CBP procurement projects. The provider is responsible for sourcing and screening dogs for temperament, trainability, and innate drive, ensuring they are capable of both detection tasks and the physical apprehension of non-compliant subjects. Selected canines must meet specific Patrol Canine Evaluation Criteria and be presented for testing at either the BPK9 Academy in El Paso, Texas, or the Field Operations Canine Academy in Front Royal, Virginia. The primary place of performance is located at Fort Bliss, Texas, under NAICS code 112910.

General Info

Subcontract to supply and screen dual-purpose detection and patrol canines for DHS projects.

Agency

Department Of Homeland Security → Mission Support Contracting Division

NAICS

112910 - Apiculture

Place of Performance

Fort Bliss, TX, 79916, USA

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

This scope was carved out of 20161895.

The full solicitation package (5 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

View the prime solicitation

Border Patrol Request for Quote (RFQ) for Patrol (Dual Purpose) Canines

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

No documents to break down

The breakdown needs solicitation documents. None were found from this contract's source.

Timeline

PostedOct 27

subcontract

Response DeadlineNov 4

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/04/2026, 03:00:00 PM UTCin 7 days

Ready to pursue this opportunity?

Get full access to track this contract, build proposals with AI assistance, and manage your pipeline.

Organization & Contact Information

Show more

AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Mission Support Contracting Division

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Homeland Security → Mission Support Contracting Division

Office AddressN/A

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

Show more

Supplies dual-purpose detection and patrol canines for prime contractors on CBP canine procurement projects. Sources and screens canines for innate drive, temperament, and trainability. Provides dogs capable of searching for and physically apprehending non-compliant subjects. Presents canines at BPK9 Academy in El Paso, TX or Field Operations Canine Academy in Front Royal, VA for selection testing. Delivers live canines meeting Patrol Canine Evaluation Criteria.

Similar Contracts

Same NAICS industry code

Retrofit Three Air Handling Units with Fanwall SystemsThe Agricultural Research Service, under the Department of Agriculture, has issued a forecast for a contract to retrofit three air handling units with fanwall systems. This project is scheduled to take place in Lubbock and falls under NAICS code 112910. The procurement process is currently in the forecasting stage, with an official posting date of May 14, 2026. Interested parties can coordinate with Nicole McKenzie, who serves as both the primary point of contact and the small business specialist for this requirement. Further details regarding the acquisition and specific project requirements can be accessed through the official acquisition gateway link provided by the agency.

Agricultural Research Service

POSTED

DEADLINE

More opportunities from Department Of Homeland Security → Mission Support Contracting Division

Same awarding agency

Detection Canine SupplierThis small business set-aside subcontract through the Department of Homeland Security Mission Support Contracting Division involves the supply of single-purpose detection canines for prime contractors working on U.S. Customs and Border Protection projects. The supplier is responsible for providing canines between 10 and 36 months of age that exhibit stable characters and specific behavioral traits. Each animal must be delivered with medical certifications and must successfully pass both medical and field performance testing to be accepted. Logistical requirements include the transport and delivery of the animals to either the BPK9 Academy in El Paso, Texas, or the Field Operations Canine Academy in Front Royal, Virginia. The place of performance is listed as Fort Bliss, Texas. Interested parties should note the response deadline of November 4, 2026, for this procurement opportunity categorized under NAICS code 453310.

Used Merchandise Stores

POSTED

DEADLINE

Specialized K9 Transport ServicesThe Specialized K9 Transport Services subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security Mission Support Contracting Division, involves the safe transportation of live canines for prime contractors on CBP procurement projects. The service provider is responsible for hauling animals from supplier facilities to the BPK9 Academy in El Paso, Texas, and the Field Operations Canine Academy in Front Royal, Virginia. To ensure animal safety, the contractor must utilize secure K9 crates and climate-controlled vehicles while maintaining strict adherence to DOT regulations and the USDA Animal Welfare Act. This opportunity is designated as a total Small Business Set Aside under NAICS code 484220. The primary place of performance is located at Fort Bliss, Texas. Interested parties should note that the response deadline for this requirement is November 4, 2026.

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

POSTED

DEADLINE

Live Animal Logistics/Transport ServicesThis small business set-aside subcontract involves providing specialized logistics and transport services for detection canines supporting Customs and Border Protection projects. The contractor is responsible for the secure pickup of live animals from breeders and their subsequent delivery to the BPK9 facility in El Paso, Texas. To ensure the safety and well-being of the animals, the service requires the use of climate-controlled vehicles and appropriate animal restraint systems designed to reduce stress during transit. All operations must be conducted in strict compliance with the USDA Animal Welfare Act and Department of Transportation regulations governing the transport of live animals. The performance of this contract is centered in Fort Bliss, Texas, under the oversight of the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 4, 2026.

Specialized Freight (except Used Goods) Trucking, Local

POSTED

DEADLINE

Detection Canine SupplierThis small business set-aside subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division, involves the sourcing and delivery of single-purpose detection canines for prime contractors working on Customs and Border Protection projects. The supplier is responsible for selecting animals that meet specific suitability criteria for detection training and ensuring all transport systems comply with strict safety, health, and animal welfare regulations. The final delivery of these live detection canines is to be made to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy, with the place of performance located at Fort Bliss. Interested parties must adhere to the response deadline of November 4, 2026, for this opportunity categorized under NAICS code 112990.

All Other Animal Production

POSTED

DEADLINE

Border Patrol Untrained Canine – Detection BPK9 – El Paso, TX.

Solicitation # 20161894

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, is seeking quotes for the procurement of 15 untrained detection canines to support the Office of Training and Development. This is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 112990, and the government intends to award a single firm-fixed-price purchase order. The canines must be delivered to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy in El Paso, Texas, and must meet specific breed requirements, including German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, Belgian Malinois, Tervuren, or other approved working breeds. Eligible canines must be between 10 and 36 months of age and pass rigorous medical, physical, and behavioral evaluations, including testing for zoonotic diseases. The evaluation process follows a three-phase approach. Phase I is a pass/fail assessment based on breed conformance and an availability date within 60 days of the purchase order. Phase II utilizes a trade-off method considering open order status, past performance with CBP, and price. The top-ranked offeror from Phase II proceeds to Phase III, which involves a physical inspection and evaluation of the canines. The contractor is responsible for all transportation costs and must retrieve any canines that fail evaluation within seven working days. Payment will be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform. Quotes must be submitted via email to the designated contract specialist by November 4, 2026.

All Other Animal Production

POSTED

DEADLINE

Border Patrol Request for Quote (RFQ) for Patrol (Dual Purpose) Canines

Solicitation # 20161895

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking quotes for three dual-purpose patrol canines to support the Office of Training and Development. The canines will be delivered to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy in El Paso, Texas, and must be capable of searching for, detaining, and apprehending non-compliant subjects. This procurement is a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 112990, and the government intends to award a firm-fixed-price purchase order based on a best-value tradeoff between price and non-price factors. The evaluation process consists of three phases. Phase I is a pass/fail screening for breed conformance and an availability date of 60 days or less. Phase II ranks eligible offerors based on their open order status with CBP, past performance over the last three years, and price. The top-ranked offeror proceeds to Phase III, which involves a physical, medical, and behavioral evaluation of the canines. Accepted canines must be between 10 and 36 months old, meet specific breed standards, and be in excellent health with a body condition score of 3-7. The contractor is responsible for all transportation costs and must submit hip and elbow radiographs 14 business days prior to presentation. Payments will be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform.

All Other Animal Production

POSTED

DEADLINE

Border Patrol Untrained Canine – Detection BPK9 – El Paso, TX.

Solicitation # 20151893

The Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), is seeking quotes for 15 untrained detection canines to support the Office of Training and Development at the Border Patrol K9 Center in El Paso, Texas. This procurement is a 100 percent small business set-aside under NAICS code 112990 and will result in a firm-fixed-price purchase order. The government may procure additional canines beyond the initial quantity based on the availability of funds. All payment requests must be processed electronically through the Invoice Processing Platform. Eligible canines must be German Shepherds, Dutch Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Tervurens, or other approved working breeds, aged between 10 and 36 months. Technical requirements include specific genetic drives for hunt, air scent, prey, retrieve, activity, and trainability, as well as a lack of fear in high-stress environments. Physical standards require a body condition score of 3 to 7 and a healthy body fat percentage between 16 and 25 percent. The evaluation process follows a three-phase approach. Phase I is a pass/fail screening for breed conformance and an availability date within 60 days of the purchase order. Phase II utilizes a tradeoff method considering open order status, past performance with CBP, and price. Phase III involves a physical, medical, and behavioral evaluation of the canines at the El Paso facility. The contractor is responsible for all transportation costs; canines that fail inspection must be retrieved within seven days at the contractor's expense. Quotes must be submitted via email to the designated contract specialist by November 4, 2026.

All Other Animal Production

POSTED

DEADLINE

Long-Term Maintenance and Service PlanThe Long-Term Maintenance and Service Plan is a subcontract issued by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division to provide ongoing annual service and maintenance for the Personal Aerial Vehicle fleet. This integrated five-year plan is designed for prime contractors on CBP projects to ensure continuous vehicle airworthiness and performance through the use of specialized diagnostic tools and replacement parts. To execute this contract, providers must employ FAA-certified maintenance technicians holding A&P licenses. The scope of work requires the delivery of certified airworthy vehicles and the submission of detailed annual maintenance reports. The performance of these services is centered in Washington, DC, under NAICS code 488190.

Other Support Activities for Air Transportation

POSTED

DEADLINE

Avionics and Geofencing SystemsThis subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division, involves the supply and integration of specialized navigation and geofencing software and hardware for Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. The scope of work focuses on delivering an integrated avionics suite that utilizes GPS/GNSS modules and nighttime aviation lighting to prevent navigational errors and support low-visibility operations. All deliverables must strictly comply with FAA avionics standards and 14 CFR Part 103. The project is based in Washington, DC, and falls under NAICS code 541512. Interested parties must respond by October 30, 2026.

Computer Systems Design Services

POSTED

DEADLINE

Cockpit Safety & Structural ReinforcementThis subcontract, titled Cockpit Safety and Structural Reinforcement, is issued by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division for Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. The selected contractor will be responsible for the design and fabrication of crew compartments and rollover protection systems for prime contractors. The primary objective is to develop reinforcement mechanisms for the cockpit area to ensure safety during rollover or inverted situations, utilizing high-strength reinforced alloys or composites for the cockpit canopy and egress door. The project requires strict adherence to established crashworthiness and rollover protection standards, culminating in the delivery of a reinforced cockpit and canopy assembly. Performance for this contract is based in Washington, DC. Interested parties must respond by October 30, 2026, under NAICS code 336413.

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing

POSTED

DEADLINE

Emergency Recovery Systems (Parachute & Floats)This subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security's Mission Support Contracting Division, involves the supply and integration of emergency descent and aquatic recovery systems for Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. The scope of work requires the delivery and installation of on-board parachute systems capable of deployment from 200 feet AGL, alongside emergency flotation devices designed to facilitate safe water landings. All deliverables must strictly adhere to established aviation safety standards for emergency recovery. The project is based in Washington, DC, and falls under NAICS code 339999. Interested parties must note the response deadline of October 30, 2026, following the posting date of October 16, 2026. The primary objective is to provide prime contractors with reliable low-altitude deployment parachutes and aquatic float capacity to ensure vehicle and passenger safety during emergency scenarios.

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing

POSTED

DEADLINE

PAV Airframe and Propulsion SystemThis subcontract, managed by the Department of Homeland Security Mission Support Contracting Division, focuses on the manufacture and integration of the primary aircraft structure and lift mechanism for Personal Aerial Vehicle projects. The scope of work includes the development of non-jet propulsion systems utilizing rotor or propeller designs, specifically employing enclosed fan blades and propeller mounting systems to enable vertical takeoff and level-attitude landing. The contractor is responsible for delivering a completed PAV airframe with an integrated propulsion system that adheres to 14 CFR Part 103 compliance and is sized for standard helicopter pads. Performance for this project is centered in Washington, with a response deadline set for October 30, 2026.

Aircraft Manufacturing

POSTED

DEADLINE

Ready to Pursue This Opportunity?

Get AI-powered intelligence on this solicitation and the ones like it

Every page of the solicitation package shredded into a compliance breakdown

AI-powered matching based on your capabilities and past performance

Competitor and incumbent history on the requirement

Automated alerts on amendments, Q&A deadlines, and award

Join 750+ contractors already using CLEATUS