(1) This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in the notice.  This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued.  

(2) The solicitation number is 03C18Q0041 and is issued as a request for quote (RFQ).  The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 2005-95. The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is 812910 with a small business size standard of $7.5 million.

(3) This procurement shall be full and open competition.  All qualified, responsible sources may submit an offer that shall be considered by the agency.  Offerors are advised that they are responsible for obtaining amendments.  The resulting contract shall be awarded to the offeror who provides the lowest price technically acceptable including past performance.  FOB destination shall be Louisville, KY. 

(4) The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Indianapolis, IN intends to award a Blanket Purchase Agreement for the procurement of Kennel Services.  It is required that all contractors submitting a quote review the attached STATEMENT OF WORK to review all requirements.  All contractors submitting a quote shall be required to meet the requirements found in the STATEMENT OF WORK.  CBP will perform an inspection of the contractor's facility to ensure the facility meets the requirements of the STATEMENT OF WORK.

(5) The DHS, Customs and Border Protection require all contractors to complete and submit the attached quote form.

(6) Contractors are expected to submit the quote form for price per day per canine to [email protected].  All questions and quotes must be submitted via email.

(7) Note: Period of performance for this agreement shall be one base year plus 4 one-year options (5 years).

(8) Attachments

            (a) Statement of Work (SOW)

            (b) Quote Form