Contraband-Identifying Canines

This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) is a specialized contract for the Florida Department of Corrections focused on procuring contraband-identifying canines for use throughout state correctional institutions. The master agreement enables the procurement of highly trained German Shepherd or retriever-type canines specifically configured to detect controlled substances and cell phones within correctional facilities. Each canine is priced at $8,000, with initial estimated purchases of 19 canines totaling $152,000. The contract also includes provisions for two-week detection handler courses and annual K9 team certification services, ensuring comprehensive support for the department's interdiction intelligence capabilities.

The master agreement was awarded to Southern Coast K9 Inc. by the Florida Department of Corrections, with an initial contract period from April 1, 2018 to March 31, 2023, and subsequently renewed through March 31, 2028. The contract is a master agreement type, geographically limited to the state of Florida, and administered through the Bureau of Procurement. Key contract features include specific canine selection requirements, such as age restrictions (one to two years old), mandatory spaying of female canines, and comprehensive training standards. The renewal maintains the original contract's terms and conditions, providing a stable, long-term solution for the department's canine interdiction needs without additional cost increases.