Request for Proposals

Request for proposal: ASIA MARINE AQUACULTURE TECHNICAL SERVICES(279 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

USSEC seeks an individual or organization with expertise in marine aquaculture including best marine aquaculture management practices, sustainable soy-based feeds, and health management practices. The contractor will work closely with USSEC’s regional teams in the North Asia and Southeast Asia regions to support USSEC’s ongoing aquaculture activities in these geographies.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Tuesday, October 3, 2023.

Request for proposal: AQUACULTURE FEED AND NUTRITION SPECIALIST TECHNICAL SERVICES(287 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

USSEC seeks an individual or organization with expertise specifically in the aquaculture formulation and feed mill technology areas to provide ongoing technical services for approximately 12 months (October 2023 to October 31, 2021). The contractor will provide technical assistance to aquaculture feed mills, aquaculture producers, and other stakeholders as appropriate, on utilization of high quality, sustainable, aquafeed ingredients that deliver comparative value.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Friday, October 6, 2023.

Request for proposal: AN EVALUATION OF THE U.S. SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE’S IMPACT ON EUROPEAN MARKET ACCESS THROUGH EDUCATING AND PARTNERING ON SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES OF AMERICAN FARMERS, FISHERMAN, AND FORESTERS(260 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

USSEC seeks a contractor to evaluate the impact of the USSA in a comprehensive and impartial manner. This evaluation serves as a critical component for assessing the effectiveness of the
program in meeting its FAS requirements aligning with the approved strategic plan, provided by USSEC. The contractor’s evaluation will include key elements such as defining the scope of the evaluation and presenting a clear methodology for the assessment.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Friday, October 6, 2023.

Request for proposal: UPDATE ON TOOLS AND ANALYSIS OF ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT COMPARISON OF SOY, PLANT-BASED PROTEINS, AND OIL SOURCES(271 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

USSEC seeks a research company to update existing tools that: 1) assess the environmental impact of soybean production in the Southern Hemisphere and other origins as compared to U.S. soy; and 2) assess the environmental impact of other plant-based proteins/oils as compared to U.S. soy.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Friday, October 6, 2023.

Request for proposal: FOCUS AREA ADVISOR – SOY EXCELLENCE CENTERS(184 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

The purpose of this RFP is to seek proposals for engaging a Focus Area Advisor (FAA) to provide implementation support services for USSEC’s initiatives, projects, and activities of the Soy Excellent Center programs and initiatives.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Monday, October 9, 2023.

Request for proposal: U.S. SOY SUSTAINABILITY ADVISOR(245 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org, kliliensiek@ussec.org

The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to invite submissions from sustainability professionals or consultancy firms. They will be expected to offer advice and representation in the context of sustainability and its relation to U.S. soy.

Please submit your proposal no later than 5:00 pm Central Time on Friday, October 13, 2023.

Request for proposal: MARKET RESEARCH AND TRADE ANALYSIS CONTRACTOR (S.E. ASIA REGION)(196 KB)

Email: RFP@ussec.org

USSEC aims to contract a well‐qualified and experienced Consultant to gather industry statistics, market data and other current and actionable information on USSEC’s target markets and key customers in this region. This information, collected and compiled on a regular basis i.e., weekly, monthly, or quarterly etc., will enable USSEC to look for and act on opportunities or stay ahead of challenges for U.S. Soy in our strategic planning.

Please submit your proposal no later than 11:00 pm Central Time on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.