SP26-K9-K82 K9s and related supplies and services

The Massachusetts Department of State Police K‑9 Unit is issuing a rolling‑enrollment blanket solicitation to acquire police‑service canines, associated supplies/equipment, boarding facilities, and training services. The contract will be a rate‑type agreement with an initial two‑year term and up to three two‑year renewal options (maximum eight years). Bids must be submitted electronically via COMMBUYS and accompanied by wet‑ink copies of required standard forms by the bid opening deadline. Evaluation will be based on price, experience, prompt‑payment discount, business references, and Small‑Business Purchasing Program certification. • Category 1 – Purchase of dual‑trained, single‑purpose detection, and specialty K9s meeting strict age, health, drive, and stress‑tolerance standards. • Category 2 – Procurement of K9 equipment, food, supplements, kennel construction materials, vehicle inserts, and related software. • Category 3 – Licensed boarding services (MGL c. 140) with 5‑year experience, full vaccinations, 24‑hour emergency access, and insurance requirements. • Category 4 – Training programs covering canine psychology, bite‑work, controlled aggression, and high‑risk deployment drills. • Mandatory submissions include the Standard Contract Form, Massachusetts Substitute W‑9, Prompt‑Payment Discount Form, Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing, and insurance certificates.