TRAINING MATERIALS FOR K9 TRAINING COURSES
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 U.S. Embassy in San Salvador, under the Department of State, is soliciting quotations for K9 Training Materials for the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) Section. These materials will be donated to the PNC K9 unit in El Salvador. The contract will be awarded as a Purchase Order. Quotations are due March 26, 2026, by 10:00 PM local time.
Scope of Work
This Request for Quotation (RFQ) seeks the supply of specific K9 training materials as detailed in the Scope of Work (Attachment A). Key items include:
- Training Toys: Kong brand (large extreme, holsters, balls, classic)
- Detection Equipment: Stainless steel scent cans, ultra scent cases, various detection odors (cocaine, methamphetamine, MDA/MDMA, heroin, marijuana, fentanyl, smokeless powder, RDX, black powder, ammonium nitrate, firearms, nitroglycerin), remote air sampling equipment, blank tubes, glass vials, magnetic scent boxes, K-9 Ball Dropper.
- Medical & Safety: Narcan 2 dose kits, K9 First Aid Kits.
- Tactical Gear: Tactical hydration packs, backpacks, flashlights, gloves.
- K9 Accessories: Black ID collars, stainless steel short links, dog boots, patrol harnesses, ID panels, leather leashes, K9 litter/transport carriers, elevated dog beds.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Purchase Order
- Set-Aside: Not a small business set-aside.
- Quotation Due: March 26, 2026, by 10:00 PM local time.
- Published: March 11, 2026.
- Shipping: Materials must be shipped to Doral, FL, within 120 days of order receipt. Wood packaging material must comply with ISPM 15 standards.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the lowest priced, acceptable, responsible quoter. Oral, partial, or late quotations will not be accepted.
Eligibility
Vendors must be registered in SAM.gov to be eligible for award.
Additional Notes
Offerors are cautioned against collusion regarding price quotations. The Embassy is not committed to making an award and reserves the right to cancel the RFQ in whole or in part.