Support K9 for BPK9

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a template for the CBP Contractor Information Sheet, required for short-term contractor visits. It collects necessary information for security vetting and access to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facilities.

• Contract Company Information: Name, address, Point of Contact (POC).

• On-Site Contractor POC: Name and contact details for the individual on-site.

• Date(s) and Time(s) of Visit: Specifies the duration of the visit.

• Purpose of Visit: A field to describe the reason for the visit.

• Visitor Information: Detailed fields for each visitor, including name, DOB, citizenship, place of birth, occupation, address, A-Number, visa/passport details, Social Security Number, and Driver's License information.

• All required information must be provided.

• Submission is mandatory 72 hours prior to arrival.

• Email requests to SMDSECURITYSERVICESBRANCH@cbp.dhs.gov or fax to 202-344-1860.

Bidders responding to opportunities requiring on-site contractor work at CBP facilities must be prepared to complete and submit this form for all personnel requiring access. Failure to provide the information may result in denial of access. The form details the extensive personal and identifying information required for vetting.

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

This document outlines the requirements for providing canines suitable for training and utilization within the U.S. Border Patrol's Support Canine Program (SK9). The SK9 program aims to enhance trauma and mental health response by providing a medium for connection and communication with afflicted parties.

• The contractor shall provide canines suitable for training to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy in El Paso, Texas.

• CBP has the option to procure additional canines based on funds and program needs.

• SK9s will be utilized for duties including traumatic incident response, death notifications, suicide intervention, victim advocacy, and hospital/home visits.

• Canines must be trustworthy, social, actively seek interaction, and trainable to extensive obedience control.

• Delivery Location: U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy, 11617 Iron Soldiers Way, El Paso, Texas, 79916.

• Present canines within 30 calendar days of award notification.

• If canines fail initial presentation, contractor has 30 days after notification to complete the order.

• Contractor is responsible for all transportation and costs associated with canine shipment and retrieval.

• Contractor bears expenses for canines that fail physical or performance evaluations.

• Contractor is responsible for disposition of medically failed canines.

• Breeds: Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Vizslas, Standard Poodles, Labradoodles (other breeds with prior approval).

• Age: 12 to 36 months at time of evaluation.

• Weight: Preferred healthy weight (16-25% body fat), Body Condition Score of 3-7.

• Size: 20-30 inches at the withers.

• Sex: Males and females acceptable.

• Genetics: Must come from established breeding programs with no history of aggression.

• Raising: Must have been reared in a family setting.

• Training: No aggression training; must be social and trainable to high degree of obedience (AKC Canine Good Citizen level preferred).

• Medical: Must be in excellent health, free of acute/chronic disease, and able to enter training. Specific requirements include health/rabies certificates, vaccinations, radiographs (hips, lumbar spine, elbows), and microchip. Must be free of heartworm infection.

• Includes AKC Canine Good Citizen (CGC) exercises and additional specific tests.

• Exercises evaluate: Acceptance of a Friendly Stranger, Petting and Grooming, Heeling Pattern, Heel through a Crowd, Sit/Down/Hold Positions, Recall, Reaction to other Canine, Reaction to Distractions, Supervised Separation, Sociability and Interaction, Prey/Retrieve Drive, Food Testing, Noise Sensitivity, Umbrella, Crowd, Slick Floor, and Tight Spot.

• 15-day evaluation period after acceptance, including home and working environment assessment.

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

• Contractors and employees require short-term vetting (background check) by CBP prior to delivery.

• A Fort Bliss Access Memo will be issued upon approval.

• Failure to comply with vetting or access requirements may result in denial of entry or need for alternative delivery arrangements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "Attachment 2 - Canine Proposal.xlsx", appears to be a template or form intended for bidders to provide detailed information regarding canine proposals. It is designed to capture specific data points necessary for evaluating a vendor's offering related to canines.

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

Bidders are expected to complete this form accurately and thoroughly to submit their proposal. The information provided in this attachment will be crucial for the government's evaluation of the canine services or products being offered, directly impacting the assessment of cost, availability, and suitability of the proposed canines.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, "SOW Exhibit A.pdf", is an attachment to a SAM.gov opportunity. Based on its content, it appears to be a Statement of Work (SOW) or a similar document detailing the requirements and scope of work for a potential contract. It provides specific guidance on Body Condition Score (BCS) techniques for dogs, including visual assessment and palpation methods, along with numeric scales and examples.

• BCS Numeric Scales: Details both a 5-point and a 9-point scale for assessing body fat in dogs.
• Visual Assessment Steps: Outlines how to assess BCS from the dorsal and lateral views, illustrating different score levels.
• Palpation Technique Steps: Describes how to assess BCS through rib palpation, waist palpation, and tail-base area palpation.
• Breed & Age Differences: Notes that breed and age can affect body fat percentage relative to BCS.
• Scale Limitations: Highlights that BCS may not be precise for extreme scores and can vary between individuals.
• Overweight vs Obese Statistics: Provides statistics on the prevalence of overweight and obese dogs.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the specific requirements related to animal health, care, or veterinary services if the opportunity involves such work. It provides a standardized method for evaluating the physical condition of dogs, which may be a key performance indicator or a requirement for services rendered under the contract. Bidders should review this document to ensure they have the expertise and capability to meet these specific assessment standards.