Detector Dog Inspection (DDI) Specialized Kennel Services

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is seeking competitive bids for specialized kennel services to house four K9 detector dogs under the Detector Dog Inspection (DDI) program. The procurement is an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for secured dog boarding with 24/7 access for handlers, on-site veterinary services, and secured parking, with an initial contract term from October 1, 2022 to September 30, 2023 and the option to renew annually for up to three additional years. Bids are due by August 19, 2022, and the public bid opening will be held on August 22, 2022. The award announcement is anticipated on August 30, 2022. The selected contractor must maintain valid certifications, licenses, and permits, and provide references for past projects. The procurement is being conducted pursuant to Florida Statutes and Administrative Code.

The ITB does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The current incumbent is not identified, and the contract value or budget range is not provided. The procurement requires integration with existing infrastructure and technology, but details on these requirements are not included in the available documents.