What type of work does the USTDA typically procure?

USTDA procures professional services focused on project preparation, including technical feasibility studies, pilot projects, and reverse trade missions that connect international project sponsors with U.S. industry expertise.

Do I need a security clearance to work with USTDA?

Most USTDA contracts involve international development and technical consulting rather than classified national security work, so high-level security clearances are generally not required for these specific project scoping and feasibility studies.

How does USTDA prioritize its procurement solicitations?

USTDA prioritizes projects that align with U.S. foreign policy goals in emerging markets, specifically targeting sectors like clean energy, critical minerals, digital infrastructure, and transportation that utilize U.S. technology and services.

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UNITED STATES TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY

134 solicitations and awards indexed. Spanning 1 sub-agencies and 1 contracting offices.

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Mission, scope, and contracting profile of UNITED STATES TRADE AND DEVELOPMENT AGENCY.

The United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA) facilitates international infrastructure development by funding project preparation and partnership-building activities in emerging economies. Vendors typically compete for technical assistance, feasibility studies, and project scoping contracts that support energy, digital, and transportation infrastructure initiatives abroad.

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