DES Explosive/Utility K-9 FY26-31

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army, MICC-CARLISLE BARRACKS, is soliciting quotes for Explosive/Utility K-9 services for FY26-31 at Carlisle Barracks, PA. This Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 561612) seeks a contractor to provide trained K-9 units for detection and deterrence programs. Quotes are due February 16, 2026, by 5:00 PM EDT.

Scope of Work

The contractor will provide utility/explosive detection canines and associated services to support the US Army Carlisle Barracks Police Department and security forces. Key responsibilities include:

• Providing trained and certified (NAPWDA/DA, annual recertification) canines for vehicle inspections, detection sweeps, VIP mission support, clearing unaccompanied items, and roving patrols.
• Conducting a 10-week initial handler training program for each canine.
• Supplying all necessary equipment, training aids, veterinary care, kenneling (within 10 miles of Carlisle Barracks), and dog food.
• Delivering 16 hours of documented in-service training per month.
• Ensuring 24/7 canine availability, including government holidays.
• Replacing canines that fail annual recertification. These services are identified as essential contractor services. No third-party vendors are permitted.

Contract Details

• Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract, issued as an RFQ under FAR 13.5.
• Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (NAICS 561612, $29M size standard).
• Period of Performance: A base year (March 1, 2026 - February 28, 2027) and four option years, extending through February 28, 2031. The requirement is for 12 canines annually.
• Place of Performance: Carlisle, PA.

Submission & Evaluation

• Submission: Quotes must be submitted electronically via email to Ashley Arensdorf (ashley.i.arensdorf.civ@army.mil) and William Byrne (william.a.byrne.civ@army.mil).
• Structure: Submissions require three separate volumes: Volume 1 (Administrative), Volume 2 (Technical/Past Performance), and Volume 3 (Price Quote). Volume 2 must not contain pricing information.
• Evaluation: Award will be based on a Low Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) approach. Evaluation factors include:
  • Technical: Contractor's understanding of tasks and qualifications.
  • Past Performance: Assessment of recent (within last three years) and relevant past performance, requiring three references.
  • Price: Evaluated for reasonableness, completeness, and balance using price analysis.
• Registration: Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).

Key Dates

• Questions Due: February 9, 2026, by 5:00 PM EDT.
• Quotes Due: February 16, 2026, by 5:00 PM EDT.