K9 Pick-up Upfit
SOL #: 192126HQFLTTIER1K9Sources Sought
Overview
Buyer
Homeland Security
Us Immigration And Customs Enforcement
MISSION SUPPORT WASHINGTON
WASHINGTON, DC, 20024, United States
Place of Performance
Fort Benning, GA
NAICS
New Car Dealers (441110)
PSC
Passenger Motor Vehicles (2310)
Set Aside
No set aside specified
Original Source
Timeline
1
Posted
May 13, 2026
2
Response Deadline
May 20, 2026, 5:00 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 Homeland Security (DHS), Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to identify industry capabilities for K9 Pick-up Upfit services. This RFI seeks information on upfitting four (4) 2026 Ford F-250 4WD Full Size Crew Cab Pickup trucks for law enforcement K9 operations. Capability statements are due by May 20, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This RFI focuses on the comprehensive upfitting of K9 vehicles, including:
- Procurement and installation of all necessary resources, supplies, and equipment.
- Installation of communications, electrical, lighting, and support equipment to create fully functional vehicles for covert law enforcement.
- Ensuring all modifications comply with applicable DOT and FMVSS safety standards.
- Performing work at a single location to maintain uniform installation processes.
Key Requirements & Deliverables
- Base Vehicles: Four (4) 2026 Ford F-250 Crew Cab 4WD trucks.
- Upfitting Components: Includes a complete all-LED emergency lighting system, center console, weapons mount (Setina Single T-Rail with Blac Rac), cargo slide platform (Decked CargoGlide), Tuffy Security Products Heavy-Duty Truck Bed Security Drawer, RSI EVOa Adventure Smart Bed Cap, K9 canine platform with window guards and temperature monitoring, custom rubber mat liner, remote pager system, suspension leveling kit (BDS Suspension), BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 wheels/tires, 3M Crystalline Series window tint, Tactical seat covers, front floor liner, DC electrical system (SAE J1292 compliant), anti-theft system (Intermotive Idle Lock or equal), conspicuity markings, and a 5-pound fire extinguisher.
- Documentation: Provision of operator's, preventive maintenance, service, parts, and electrical schematics manuals in electronic format.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Request for Information (RFI)
- Set-Aside: None specified
- Response Due: May 20, 2026, 1:00 p.m. EST
- Published: May 13, 2026
- Place of Performance: Base vehicles are located at Fort Benning Military Installation, GA. The contractor is responsible for transportation to and from their facility.
Special Requirements
- Contractors must identify any exceptions to the specifications in writing.
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People
Points of Contact
Amy DallairePRIMARY
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Posted: May 13, 2026