ATF Canine Procurement IDIQ 2011-2016

The Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract identified as ATF Canine Procurement IDIQ 2011-2016 is a federal contract vehicle established by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms for the procurement of specially trained Labrador Retrievers. The master contract, with a shared ceiling value of $882,000, facilitates the acquisition of canines for various federal agencies and specialized training programs. Task orders under this vehicle focus on the systematic procurement of dogs for specific training classes and operational requirements across multiple U.S. government entities.

The task orders demonstrate a consistent pattern of canine procurement for diverse operational needs, with typical order values ranging from $2,700 to $48,150 and durations spanning several months. Key stakeholders include the National Canine Division, Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) programs, and agencies such as the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and international training programs in countries like Jordan, Thailand, and Indonesia. The Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind appears as a recurring vendor. Most task orders are awarded without specific set-asides and are structured as firm fixed-price contracts, indicating a standardized procurement approach. The majority of the procurements appear focused on preparing canines for specialized law enforcement, detection, and international training purposes.