Biotechnology Policy Advocacy

Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in WASHINGTON, DC
  • Industry: Regulation of Agricultural Marketing and Commodities

Contract Details

Notice ID
PR16169733
Opportunity Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Sub-Agency
STATE, DEPARTMENT OF
Office
U.S. EMBASSY BOGOTA
Posted Date
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Response Deadline
Monday, August 24, 2026
PSC Code
AA14
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
WASHINGTON, DC, 20520
Status
Active

Description

Conduct three workshops at a selected venue and three site visits to an agricultural biotechnology research center or a feed/food plant, led by international and domestic experts holding relevant academic credentials in biotechnology, agricultural sciences, biological sciences, or a closely related field. These activities will advocate against proposed anti-biotechnology legislation and policies in Colombia and encourage wider understanding, acceptance, and adoption of biotechnology among key stakeholder groups. Since 2022, Colombia has remained open to the adoption of genetically engineered (GE)-derived commodities and other innovative technologies and has implemented various regulations facilitating GE cultivation and acceptance. Nevertheless, anti-biotechnology influences risk undoing d

Why This Opportunity Matters

STATE, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for regulation of agricultural marketing and commodities with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in WASHINGTON, DC. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.