DPS is purchasing K-9s for THP.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) awarded contract 378912|26P0011629 to Josh Brainard, operating as Canine Deployed LLC, effective March 25, 2026. The contract encompasses the procurement of canine units for the Texas Highway Patrol (THP). The supplier has been classified under UNSPSC code 10101502 (Dogs) and NIGP code 04030 (Dogs, All Types), reflecting the nature of the deliverables.

The contract documentation does not specify the annual contract value, total contract amount, cumulative value, period of performance, or designated place of performance. Additional contract details, including pricing structure, delivery schedule, and specific performance requirements, would be contained in supplementary procurement documentation not provided in this summary. Interested parties seeking comprehensive contract terms and conditions should consult the full contract file maintained by the Texas Department of Public Safety.