Dual-Purpose Detection Canine Supply

The contract seeks qualified small businesses to supply dual-purpose canines trained for both detection and patrol operations, ensuring full compliance with U.S. Customs and Border Protection training standards. Contractors are responsible for the full lifecycle of the animals including breeding, raising, socialization, and delivery, with the requirement that each canine must pass all performance evaluations prior to acceptance. Up to three re-presentations are permitted for non-medical performance issues, allowing contractors opportunity to correct deficiencies without penalty, provided the failures are not related to health or structural limitations. This is a total small business set-aside under SBA guidelines, with the NAICS code 112990 designating it as other animal production. The place of performance is designated as El Paso, Texas, with a response deadline of July 16, 2026, and the solicitation was posted on July 7, 2026. The contract is issued by the Mission Support Contracting Division under the Department of Homeland Security, and all work must be performed by a certified small business entity as defined by federal regulations. The contract does not specify a point of contact or exact funding amount but requires complete adherence to CBP operational and training protocols, with delivery and performance standards being strictly enforced.