multi-Purpose Canine

SOL #: W911S226U2925Combined Synopsis/Solicitation

Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSE

Dept Of The Army

W6QM MICC-FT DRUM

FORT DRUM, NY, 13602-5220, United States

Place of Performance

Place of performance not available

NAICS

All Other Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339999)

PSC

Live Animals, Not Raised For Food (8820)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/e59dea17e70045d99533b596ce3b8b17/view

Timeline

Posted

Mar 30, 2026

Submission Deadline

Apr 6, 2026, 8:00 PM

Qualification Details

Fit reasons

NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.

Risks

Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.

Next steps

Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.

Quick Summary

The Department of the Army, specifically W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, is seeking multi-Purpose Canines (MPCs) for Special Operations Forces (SOF). This is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation for Live Animals, Not Raised For Food (PSC 8820). The opportunity is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Responses are due by April 6, 2026.

Scope of Work

The required SOF MPCs must possess advanced capabilities including:

Explosives Detection
Apprehension (Bite Work)
Human Tracking

MPCs are selected for their core capabilities and resilience, expected to operate in demanding environments alongside Special Forces soldiers. This includes activities such as roping from helicopters, conducting Close Quarters Battle (CQB) clearance operations, mounted and dismounted patrols, and demonstrating neutrality to gunfire at a base level when purchased. The canines must be 1 year of age and of the Belgian Malinois breed.