Bulletin_3_RFSQ_661_SH.pdf

This is a Request for Statement of Qualifications (RFSQ) Bulletin 3 issued by the County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department for Trailing Bloodhound Canine and Handler Investigative Services to support the Department's Homicide Bureau on an as-needed basis. The Department seeks qualified vendors to establish Master Agreements for providing scent-trailing and tracking services utilizing certified bloodhound canines and handlers. Vendors must submit Statements of Qualifications demonstrating their ability to meet mandatory requirements including provision of at least one certified handler and one scent-trailing/tracking bloodhound canine, along with necessary tools, materials, and equipment as detailed in the Statement of Work (Attachment 1).

Vendors must satisfy specific minimum mandatory qualifications and certifications to be considered for award. Required qualifications include providing two professional references for similar services, handler certification in scent-specific man-trailing by an accredited canine training facility, handler certification in basic first aid and CPR, canine certification in scent-specific man-trailing/tracking across various geographical terrains by an accredited facility, and current rabies vaccination and other required immunizations for all canines. All certifications and supporting documentation evidencing proof of qualification must be submitted with the vendor's SOQ as specified in the RFSQ exhibits.