COMBINED SYNOPSIS/SOLICITATION

Kenneling Services for CBP Canine Enforcement Program – Seattle

Solicitation Number: 70B03C25Q00000125 (PR 20150216)

1. General Information

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial services prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 (Acquisition of Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures). It is being issued as a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Contract, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested, and a separate written solicitation will not be issued.

2. Solicitation Number

Solicitation Number 70B03C25Q00000125 (PR 20150216) is issued as a Request for Quote (RFQ).

This solicitation and incorporated provisions and clauses are in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2025-03, effective January 17, 2025.

3. Set-Aside

This procurement is a Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS Code 812910 – Pet Care (except Veterinary) Services.

Only qualified small business sources are eligible to submit offers for consideration.

4. Description of Requirements

4.1 Objective

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Field Operations (OFO), requires commercial kenneling services to house and care for up to 10 CBP-owned canines in accordance with Section 8 of the Statement of Work (SOW).

All services must comply with:

Animal Welfare Act (9 CFR 3.1 & 3.11)

National Canine Enforcement Program Handbook (HB 3200-07B)

All OSHA, EPA, state, and local laws applicable to commercial kennel operations

5. Place of Performance

The kennel facility must be located within the United States and within 10 miles (by road) of the CBP Area Port of Seattle.

CBP Facility Location for Distance Calculation

U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Area Port of Seattle

17801 International Blvd

Seattle, WA 98158

The contractor must meet all SOW requirements and provide 24/7 access to ensure operational effectiveness.

6. Type of Contract

CBP intends to award a Firm-Fixed Price (FFP) Contract under FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items).

Pricing will be structured per-dog, per-day for up to 10 CBP-owned canines.

Invoices will be processed via the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP).

Base Period: 3/10/2025 – 06/09/2025 (3 months)

Option Period(s): Subject to approval.

7. Submission Requirements

Required Proposal Components

Offerors shall submit a comprehensive proposal that includes:

1. Company Information

Legal Business Name

Business Address

Point of Contact (POC) Name, Title, Phone, and Email

SAM Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) (Active SAM.gov registration required)

2. Technical Capability Statement

Kennel Facilities Description (floor plans, security measures, video surveillance, fencing, and climate control)

Operations Plan (daily care, feeding, sanitation, and emergency procedures)

Security and Emergency Response Plan (escaped dog plan, emergency response procedures, unauthorized access prevention)

Regulatory Compliance Documentation (proof of compliance with the Animal Welfare Act & National Canine Enforcement Program Handbook)

3. Pricing Proposal

Firm-Fixed Daily Rate per Dog

Detailed Breakdown of Costs (Per-Dog, Per-Day)

4. Required Certifications & Compliance Documentation

Facility Licenses & Permits (Due with Quote)

Fire Evacuation & Emergency Procedures Plan (Due with Quote)

Escaped Dog Plan (Due within 10 days of award)

Video Surveillance Plan & CBP Access Credentials (Due with Quote)

Animal Injury Response Procedures (Due within 10 days of award)