TRAINED CANINES HANDLER TRAINING AND CONSULTATIVE SERVICES Notice of Expiration

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Competitive Selection IDV OT901621 provides specialized canine and handler training services for the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction. The contract enables procurement of German Shorthaired Pointer canines with specific training capabilities, including single-purpose drug detection and human tracking services. Agencies can acquire trained canines at $9,200 each, with comprehensive handler training options such as single-purpose canine training at $4,500 and single-purpose plus human tracking training at $5,500.

Shallow Creek Kennels Inc., a Veteran-Friendly Business Enterprise located in Sharpsville, Pennsylvania, is the prime contractor for this IDV. The contract is effective from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, covering the state of Ohio. The contract type is a Competitive Selection, with additional consultative services available at $112 per hour. The IDV allows for potential renewals, with a cumulative renewal period not to exceed 36 months, and includes provisions for price adjustments after the initial twelve-month period based on documented cost increases.