K-9 Security, Detection and Tracking Dogs

The State of Delaware's Office of Management and Budget, Government Support Services is seeking proposals for a comprehensive K-9 Security, Detection and Tracking Dogs contract (GSS25637-K9_SECUR) spanning a two-year period from September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2027, with potential three one-year renewal options. The procurement seeks vendors capable of providing various specialized canine units, including untrained/green canines, trained specialty security patrol/police canines, narcotics/contraband detection canines, explosive detection canines, accelerant detection canines, agriculture canines, tracking dogs, and dual-purpose security patrol dogs. Vendors must submit detailed pricing for different dog breeds such as Belgian Malinois, Belgian Shepherd Dog, Dutch Shepherd, German Shepherd, Labrador Retriever, Beagle, and Chien D'Artois, with pricing categories including delivered cost, pickup cost, and re-certification fees. Key proposal deadlines include a written question submission deadline of February 28, 2025, with answers posted by March 7, 2025, and final proposal submissions due by March 25, 2025 at 3:00 PM local time through the online Bonfire bid submission portal. Evaluation will likely consider factors such as training programs, canine capabilities, pricing, and vendor qualifications, with the state reserving the right to negotiate Best and Final Offers.

The contract allows participation from multiple vendor sources and is mandatory for all State Agencies, with optional accessibility for School Districts, Political Subdivisions, Municipalities, Volunteer Fire Companies, and higher education entities receiving state funds. Vendors must meet specific insurance requirements, including Worker's Compensation, $1M per occurrence/$3M aggregate Commercial General Liability, and Automotive Liability. The solicitation encourages participation from diverse vendors, with opportunities for Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE), Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBE), Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (VBE), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises (SDVBE), and Individuals with Disabilities Business Enterprises (IWDBE). While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, vendors must provide fixed pricing through March 10, 2026 and submit monthly usage reports by the 15th of each month. Successful vendors will be expected to provide comprehensive training documentation, demonstrate dog training capabilities, and potentially support training for both their own and other suppliers' canines. The state anticipates making contract awards within 90 days of the bid opening, with potential month-to-month extensions available for up to three months after the primary contract term.