Bid guide
How to bid on canine supply for the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy
What the agency is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy (BPK9) in El Paso, Texas, intends to purchase canines. They are looking for specific breeds and will evaluate availability, past performance, and conduct a physical inspection of the canines.
This opportunity is set aside 100% for small businesses and is expected to be at or below the simplified acquisition threshold. This means it is a good opportunity for small businesses specializing in canine supply to work with the Department of Homeland Security.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
The notice was published on July 31, 2026. The deadline for this notice is August 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM ET. The anticipated award date is around August 27, 2026.
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals or quotations, and a solicitation will not be posted. The government intends to solicit directly from suppliers.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for small businesses that can provide canines meeting specific breed conformance and availability requirements. Vendors should have a strong past performance record in supplying canines.
Firms that can bring canines to the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy for physical inspection will be best suited for this requirement.
How to respond to this notice
To access the original source of this opportunity, you would click the “View original source” button. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click it again to go directly to the bid.
While a free account may be needed to view documents for some bids, it is not always required. This notice states that it is not a request for competitive proposals and no solicitation will be posted, indicating a direct solicitation approach by the agency.
Practical tips for preparing a competitive response
Even though this is a direct solicitation, ensure your business is registered and up-to-date in government systems. This includes having a current SAM.gov registration.
Focus on clearly demonstrating your ability to meet the specific canine requirements, including breed, availability, and any past performance in similar contracts. Be prepared to facilitate a physical inspection of your canines at the U.S. Border Patrol Canine Academy.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Homeland Security, Department of; the original posting controls.