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How to bid on Trailing Bloodhound Canine and Handler Investigative Services for LA County Sheriff
What the LA County Sheriff's Department is buying
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department is seeking qualified vendors to provide as-needed trailing bloodhound canine and handler investigative services. These services include scent-specific searches to locate individuals based on their unique scent signature. Vendors will need to respond to investigative locations throughout Los Angeles County and make court appearances when required.
This opportunity is for firms that can provide a complete canine and handler team, along with all necessary equipment and transportation, on an as-needed basis.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was originally released on December 22, 2010, with an initial Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) due date of February 1, 2011, at 3:00 p.m. Pacific Standard Time. However, this is a continuous solicitation, meaning the Sheriff's Department accepts responses on a rolling basis.
While initial submissions were reviewed by the original deadline, the solicitation remains open, and responses received after that date may be reviewed later to determine if they meet the qualifications. There is no fixed final deadline; the solicitation will remain open until the Department's needs are met.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for professional service providers specializing in canine investigative services. Vendors must be able to provide one certified handler and one certified scent-trailing/tracking bloodhound canine. The canine must be certified in scent-specific man-trailing/tracking and trained across various geographical terrains. The handler must also be certified in scent-specific man-trailing with the identified canine and hold current basic first aid and CPR certificates.
Firms must be available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, and have a reliable vehicle for transportation to respond to service requests throughout Los Angeles County.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation details and documents, you need to go to the County of Los Angeles bid portal. Find the bid card for this solicitation, number 411-SH. Click on the solicitation number on that card to view all public details and download the necessary documents.
Your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) must be submitted as an original and three numbered copies. These should be enclosed in a sealed envelope clearly marked with your name, address, and the words “SOQ FOR TRAILING BLOODHOUND CANINE AND HANDLER INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES”. Mail or deliver your SOQ to: Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Contracts Unit, Attention: Rowena Asai, Contracts Analyst, 4700 Ramona Boulevard, Room 214, Monterey Park, California 91754. Facsimile or email copies will not be accepted.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Ensure your Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) clearly demonstrates that you meet all minimum mandatory qualifications. Provide all required documentation for canine and handler certifications, including vaccination records for the bloodhound and first aid/CPR certificates for the handler. Double-check that all certifications are current and valid.
Highlight your team's experience in scent-specific man-trailing/tracking across diverse terrains. Emphasize your ability to provide 24/7/365 availability and reliable transportation throughout Los Angeles County. Since this is a continuous solicitation, a well-prepared and complete submission can be reviewed at any time, so ensure your response is thorough and addresses every requirement outlined in the RFSQ.
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 LA County Sheriff; the original posting controls.