Canine Kennel Services

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Plant Industry is requesting bids for 24/7 canine boarding services for two working detection dogs, with sealed bids due September 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET and public bid opening on September 29 at 10:00 AM ET. The vendor must be located in or near Davie, Florida.

Facilities must comply with USDA, APHIS, and FDACS requirements and hold American Animal Hospital Association accreditation. The kennel must maintain separate quarantine areas for nonhealthy dogs, ventilation of 12–15 air exchanges per hour, year-round temperature control of 60–80°F, 24-hour access, emergency veterinary care on-site, escape-proof runs with concrete floors, secure key-access areas, in-house grooming or designated grooming space, and documented communication protocols with agency personnel regarding dog health and condition. Daily cleaning and disinfection using veterinarian-approved products, proper food storage and preparation, prompt stool removal, rodent and pest control, and grounds maintenance are mandatory. The facility must provide unrestricted handler access, secure parking for Department handlers and specialty vehicles, and separate segregated areas for detector dogs with indoor and outdoor runs.

The Department anticipates a one-year initial contract term with options for renewal in one-year increments for up to three additional years at the same terms and conditions. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible vendor with the lowest Grand Total Price. Vendors must submit a unit price per canine per month, with prices firm and inclusive of all services and handling charges. Three verifiable references from clients with similar scope within the last five years are required; unverifiable or unsatisfactory references may result in bid disqualification.

Contractors must obtain general liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million each occurrence and $2 million aggregate, automobile liability of $300,000, and workers' compensation insurance, with a Certificate of Insurance due within 10 calendar days of award. All vendors must register in MyFloridaMarketPlace, submit a Substitute W-9 Form to the Department of Financial Services, and comply with E-Verify employment verification. Questions are due September 18, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET, with written responses anticipated for posting September 21.