INL/El Salvador Single Purpose Green Canines

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This Request for Quote (RFQ) is for the purchase and delivery of ten (10) single-purpose green canines, trained to detect narcotics, illicit substances, and synthetic drugs, along with associated K-9 equipment. The canines will be donated to the El Salvador Civilian National Police (PNC) K-9 Program for law enforcement purposes.

• Canines: Ten (10) single-purpose green canines, selection tested, narcotic detectors. Must meet specific breed (Belgian Malinois or German Shepherd, with exceptions), age (12-24 months), weight (45-90 lbs), and health requirements. Must be sociable, non-fearful of loud noises, and motivated.

• Equipment: Each canine requires a specific package including an extra-large kennel, food, military-spec collar and leash, muzzle, food bowl, tracking leash, identification tag, flea collars/dips, blanket, bed, toys, brush/comb, automatic water dispenser, and an out stick.

• Veterinarian Certificates: Comprehensive documentation required, including health certificates, vaccination records, orthopedic radiographs, and test results for hepatic function, CBC, and fecal examination.

• Delivery: Canines to be delivered to El Salvador International Airport. Contractor is responsible for all transportation, documentation, and customs clearance for import into El Salvador.

• The contract will be awarded to the offeror submitting the lowest-priced, technically acceptable proposal.

• Period of acceptance for offers is ninety (90) calendar days.

• Proposal Format: Organized into three files: Technical Proposal (max 20 pages), Past Performance, and Cost/Price table.

• Submission Requirements: Must be viewable in specified software formats. Limited to three (3) separate digital files. Must include a completed Pricing Matrix, detailed technical specifications, past performance with references, description of special features, delivery information, and warranty information.

• Evaluation: Proposals will be evaluated based on lowest price and technical acceptability. Canine selection will occur at the contractor's facility, with INL and GOES personnel making selections based on physical and performance tests.

• Not specified in this document.

• Offerors are warned against contacting INL personnel other than the Contracting Officer and Contract Specialist.

• Information furnished may be subject to FOIA disclosure; confidential items must be marked.

• Contractor is responsible for all transportation costs and risks associated with canine delivery.

• A one-year warranty is required for each canine.

Solicitation / RFP / RFQ

This document is a solicitation for commercial products and commercial services. The specific title is "INL/EI Salvador: Single Purpose Green Canines". The solicitation is issued by the Department of State - Management Systems Division (INL/RM/MS).

The solicitation incorporates by reference a Statement of Work (SOW) dated 08-APR-2026. The SOW outlines the following line items:

• 001: Live Animals, not raised for food (specifically, green dogs for detecting drugs, narcotics, and illicit substances).

• 002: Crates for transporting canines internationally, with automatic water dispensers and food bowls.

• 003: Veterinarian health checks, files, and vaccination records.

• 004: Metal ID tags, choke collars, flea and tick dips, blankets, leashes, food, beds, and muzzles for canines.

• 005: Transportation/Travel/Relocation services for the canines to an international airport, with kenneling until transport to El Salvador.

• Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price for all line items.

• Period of Performance: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages, but the SOW date is 08-APR-2026 and the solicitation issue date is 04/09/2026.

• Estimated Value: Not explicitly stated in the provided pages.

• Offer Due Date: 04/22/2026 at 17:00 ET.

• Evaluation Factors: Technical acceptability, past performance, and price.

• Submission Instructions: Offers must include solicitation number, offeror name/address/phone, Unique Entity Identifier (UEI), EFT indicator, responses to provisions, and a statement of agreement with terms and conditions.

• The acquisition is set aside for Small Business.

• The document includes numerous FAR and DFARS clauses related to contract terms, conditions, small business subcontracting, security, and other compliance matters.