multi-Purpose Canine

The contract seeks the acquisition of Special Operations Forces multi-Purpose Canines (SOF MPCs) specifically bred Belgian Malinois aged one year. These dogs are trained for explosives detection, apprehension through bite work, and human tracking. Beyond their specialized capabilities, the canines must demonstrate exceptional resilience and adaptability to operate in challenging environments alongside Special Forces personnel. Their expected roles include roping from helicopters, close quarters battle clearance operations in coordination with SF teams, mounted and dismounted patrols, and maintaining a base level of tolerance to gunfire. This solicitation, identified under number W911S226U2925, is a total small business set-aside under NAICS code 339999 and is posted by the Department of Defense at the Fort Drum office. The solicitation was posted on March 30, 2026, with a response deadline of April 6, 2026. The contract type is combined, and performance location details indicate ZIP code 28310. The primary point of contact for this contract is Dominic Poling, reachable via email and phone. The opportunity is officially posted on the government contracting portal, ensuring transparency and broad accessibility for qualified small business vendors.