Specifications include, but are not limited to: Facility Requirements: A large, clean, and organized facility capable of housing a significant number of K-9s with access to various training environments. Dog Selection and Pre-Training: Availability of a diverse selection of healthy, sociable, and approachable dogs, primarily Shepherds and Malinois, pre-trained on odor detection and exposed to all aspects of training prior to handler arrival. Handler Training Program: An intensive on-site training program for handlers, including classroom instruction, practical training sessions, and the ability to accommodate multiple K-9 teams per class with a focus on maximizing repetitions and practical experience for each team. Training Locations: Access to multiple training locations, including active prisons and schools, to provide a variety of environmental conditions for training exercises. Health and Compatibility Guarantee: A 1-year warranty on all dogs' hips and joints, with a commitment to replace any dog that shows aggression towards its handler or fails to meet health standards. Vendor should provide all veterinary records and any radiographs if applicable. Preference of PennHip or Orthopedic Foundation f or Animals (OFA) certification. Proposal Requirements Vendors are required to submit a detailed proposal that includes: Company Profile: Overview of the company, years in business, and experience in providing K-9 training services. Facility Description: Detailed information about the facility, including size, number of dogs housed, and training environments available. Training Program Outline: Comprehensive outline of the training program, including class sizes, duration, training methodologies, and instructor qualifications. Success Stories: Examples of successful K-9 and handler teams trained by your organization. Pricing Structure (SUBMIT AS SEPARATE DOCUMENT FROM TECHNICAL PROPOSAL): Detailed pricing for all services offered, including any additional costs for off- site lodging or special training sessions. Warranty and Support: Description of post-graduation support and warranty terms for dog health and compatibility. Certifications/Licenses/Permits: List of licenses or permits held by the vendor/facility and lists of certifications held by the trainers and/or available for the canine and handler teams. Preference towards federal explosives license that allows training with ‘real’ odors.
