HRT K9 Services

The Department of Justice's Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Headquarters Division has issued a Special Notice for HRT K9 Services, seeking support for the Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG) Division's Hostage Rescue Team (HRT) Tactical Canine program. The notice solicits comprehensive K9 services, including specialized training and procurement support for tactical canines used in high-intensity law enforcement operations. This federal contract opportunity is designed to enhance the FBI's HRT capabilities through professional K9 training and acquisition services. The Special Notice was posted on February 3, 2025, with responses due by February 18, 2025. The contract will be executed through a competitive bidding process with no specific set-aside for small businesses.

The primary objective of this contract is to provide advanced training and procurement services for HRT tactical canines, focusing on specialized skills such as tactical obedience, aggression building, explosive detection, tracking, and close-quarters operations. Contractors must be located within two hours of Quantico, Virginia, and maintain at least three K9 teams capable of 1-hour recall status. Eligible contractors should have extensive law enforcement or military tactical canine experience and must undergo Limited Access Request security screening. The contract encompasses a base period from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, with potential extension through four additional one-year option periods. Key requirements include developing comprehensive training courses, procuring suitable K9s, and providing a one-year workability guarantee for acquired canines. Successful contractors will work primarily at the HRT Facility at the FBI Academy, Marine Corps Base Quantico, with potential travel requirements throughout the United States.