Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) Services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- 70RFP125RE2000007
- Agency
-
Office of Procurement Operations
Department of Homeland Security
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 561612 Security Guards and Patrol Services
- PSC
- S206 Housekeeping- Guard
- Place of performance
- New York, New York, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Protective Service is soliciting proposals for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, and Bethesda, MD. The solicitation (RFP 70RFP125RE2000007) seeks a contractor to provide trained and certified explosive detection canine teams, including handlers and all necessary management, supervision, and equipment. Contractors must maintain comprehensive medical, training, and personnel records while meeting stringent qualification standards for both canines and handlers. The solicitation timeline has been amended multiple times, with the current proposal submission deadline set for June 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. Interested vendors must complete a Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-6) and submit it to Carly Diffenderfer to receive the complete post exhibit and solicitation details.
The contract is an unrestricted solicitation with no specific set-aside designations, open to all potential offerors. The contract period of performance is from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with four additional one-year option periods potentially extending the contract through September 30, 2030. The services will be performed at federal facilities in Manhattan, New York, and Bethesda, Maryland, with an estimated 75.6% of hours dedicated to basic services and 24.4% to temporary additional services. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the solicitation indicates a comprehensive requirement for ongoing EDCT services. Contractors will be responsible for providing fully equipped and trained canine teams capable of performing explosive detection services at these specified locations, with all necessary resources to meet the Federal Protective Service's security requirements.
Notice text
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Update #6 · Latest ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
Amendment 0001 establishes question due date.
Amendment 0002 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0003 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0004 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0005 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0006 provides responses to questions posed from industry, applicable Collective Bargaining Agreements, seniority list, an updated Statement of Work and Exhibits.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Update #5 ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
Amendment 0001 establishes question due date.
Amendment 0002 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0003 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0004 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0005 extends the due date for proposals.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Update #4 ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
Amendment 0001 establishes question due date.
Amendment 0002 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0003 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0004 extends the due date for proposals.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Update #3 ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
Amendment 0001 establishes question due date.
Amendment 0002 extends the due date for proposals.
Amendment 0003 extends the due date for proposals.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Update #2 ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
Amendment 0001 establishes question due date.
Amendment 0002 extends the due date for proposals.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Update #1 ·
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of Procurement Operations (OPO), Federal Protective Service (FPS) is issuing this request for proposals (RFP) on an unrestricted basis to solicit proposals for the purpose of awarding a contract for Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) services in Manhattan, NYC, NY and Bethesda, MD for a base year and 4 one-year option periods. There are no planned pre-proposal site visit.
If interested in submitting a proposal for this solicitation, you are requested to complete DHS Form 11000-6 - NDA, that is provided as an attachment to this posting to receive a copy of the post exhibit. Submit a completed Non-Disclosure Agreement (DHS Form 11000-06) via email to carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov. The post exhibit will be sent upon receipt of the completed form.
For any questions regarding this announcement, please contact Carly Diffenderfer at carly.diffenderfer@fps.dhs.gov.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| EDCT Amendment 0006.pdf | ||
| EDCT Amendment 0005.pdf | ||
| EDCT Amendment 0004.pdf | ||
| EDCT Amendment 0003.pdf | ||
| EDCT Amendment 0002.pdf | ||
| EDCT - Amendment 0001.pdf | ||
| RFP 70RFP125RE2000007.pdf | ||
| DHS Form 11000-6.pdf |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| This notice | Solicitation | |
| NYC, NY & Bethesda, MD Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) Services | Pre-Solicitation | |
| NYC & DC Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) Services | Special Notice | |
| NYC & DC Explosive Detection Canine Team (EDCT) Services | Pre-Solicitation |
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