Border Patrol Untrained Canine – Detection BPK9 – El Paso, TX.

Statement of Work (SOW) / Performance Work Statement (PWS)

This Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for providing single-purpose detection canines to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for the FY26 2nd Quarter.

• The contractor shall provide canines suitable for training by CBP.

• Delivery location is the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy (BPK9) in El Paso, Texas.

• CBP has the option to procure additional canines based on availability of funds.

• Vendors are allowed a total of 3 separate instances of representation for dogs that fail performance testing, with specific email notification requirements.

• Delivery is for FY26 2nd Quarter.

• Delivery location: U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy (BPK9), 11617 Iron Soldiers Way, El Paso, Texas, 79916.

Canine Acceptance Criteria:

• Breeds: German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, Belgian Malinois, Tervuren, or other working/herding breeds (with approval).
• Age: 10 to 36 months at time of evaluation.
• Weight: Preferred healthy weight (16-25% body fat), Body Condition Score (BCS) of 3-7.
• Health: Excellent health, no acute/chronic disease that could hamper performance or be costly to treat. Must be medically able to enter training.
• Documentation: Current health and rabies certificates, vaccination records, recent X-rays/radiographs of hips/elbows, pedigrees (if applicable), readable microchip matching records.
• Identification: Flat leather/nylon collars with name and procurement number.

Evaluation Process:

• Canines undergo Pre-Screening, Medical, and Behavioral Evaluations.
• Medical and behavioral evaluations may take up to 2 days; CBP has 15 business days post-selection testing to complete.
• Specific medical disqualifiers include issues with gait, skin/coat, teeth/jaws, heart/lungs, limbs/joints, nervous system, parasites, and reproductive/urinary systems.
• Behavioral evaluations assess stable character, gun sureness, retrieval drive, perseverance, and hunt drive.

Contractor Responsibilities:

• Present canines within 60 calendar days of award notification.
• Responsible for all transportation arrangements and costs.
• Bear expenses for canines that fail evaluation.
• Provide documentation and meet all acceptance criteria.

Quality Assurance/Warranty:

• Within 6 months of acceptance, if a canine has a pre-existing medical problem, chronic disease, or unacceptable behavior interfering with training, the vendor must retrieve and replace the canine at no expense to the government within specified timelines.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Body Condition Score Techniques for Dogs," serves as a guide for assessing a dog's body fat percentage. It aims to educate veterinary professionals on how to assign a Body Condition Score (BCS) to dogs, which is crucial for monitoring their health and nutritional status.

• BCS Numeric Scales: Presents two scales (5-point and 9-point) used for assigning BCS.
• Visual Assessment Steps: Details four steps with accompanying images to visually assess a dog's body fat, focusing on waist definition, abdominal tuck, and overall body shape.
• Palpation Technique Steps: Outlines three palpation methods (rib, waist, and tail-base area) to assess body fat by feel.
• Breed & Age Differences: Discusses how breed and age can influence BCS and body fat percentage.
• Scale Limitations: Notes that BCS may not precisely indicate body fat percentage at the extreme ends of the scales.
• Overweight vs Obese Statistics: Provides statistics on the prevalence of overweight and obese dogs.

This document is relevant to bidders as it provides detailed criteria and methods for assessing a dog's body condition. This information is essential for any opportunity involving animal health, care, or management, as it establishes a standardized method for evaluating a key health indicator. Understanding these techniques is critical for accurately reporting on the condition of animals under contract.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document appears to be a template for collecting canine proposal information. It is designed to gather specific details from vendors regarding canines they are quoting for an opportunity.

• Company Information: Company Name, Contact Name, Phone, Email, Address, City, State, Zip Code, UEID, Business Type, SAM Expiration Date.
• Canine Details: Number of Canines Quoted, Price Per Canine, Total Cost.
• Availability: Canine Availability Date, Age, Breed(s) of Canine.

Bidders will need to complete this form accurately to provide their canine offerings and associated pricing. The information collected here is crucial for the government's evaluation of proposals related to canine services or procurement.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for the CBP Contractor Information Sheet, used for submitting information about contractors and their visitors for access to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facilities. It outlines the required details for both the contracting company and the individuals visiting.

• Contract Company Information: Name, Address, Point of Contact (POC), and On-Site POC.
• CBP Agency Information: Location, Building, Floor, Room #, and Visitor Escort details.
• Visit Details: Dates, Times, and Purpose of Visit.
• Visitor Information: A detailed table requiring Last Name, First Name, Middle Name, Date of Birth, U.S. Citizenship status, Place of Birth, Occupation, Address, A Number, Expiration Dates (for various documents), Visa Number, Passport Country and Number, Social Security Number, and Driver's License information.
• Submission Requirements: Information must be submitted 72 hours prior to arrival via email to SMDSECURITYSERVICESBRANCH@cbp.dhs.gov or fax to 202-344-1860.
• Visitor Policies: Requirements for U.S. Government issued Photo ID, check-in/check-out procedures, escort responsibilities (1 escort per 1-4 visitors), and consequences for unauthorized presence.
• Privacy Act Notice: States the information is for security checks prior to authorized access and failure to provide may result in denial of access.

Bidders responding to opportunities requiring site visits or contractor access to CBP facilities must use this form to provide the necessary information for their personnel. Understanding the detailed information required and the submission deadlines is crucial for planning and ensuring timely access for approved personnel.