Monetization Agent for East African Aquaculture

World Initiative for Soy in Human Health

Buyer seeks a consultant to analyze and recommend monetization options for a FY25 USDA Food for Progress East African Aquaculture proposal. The consultant will conduct market analyses, prepare a written monetization plan for the proposal, and if successful, provide agent services to execute the plan. The work involves selecting appropriate commodities, demonstrating market demand, and ensuring sales don't disrupt local markets. The consultant will need experience with USDA Food for Progress and East African markets.

• 6/27/2025 - Questions due
• 7/2/2025 - Answers posted to website
• 7/7/2025 - Proposal Due Date
• 7/11/2025 - Contract awarded
• 8/15/2025 - Parts 1 and 2 completion

• Experience as sales agent for USDA Food for Progress
• Ability to develop evidence-based monetization plans
• Understanding of East African markets
• Must be officially licensed to do business
• Must be able to receive USDA funds

• Complete market analyses for commodity selection in East Africa
• Document commodity appropriateness and local demand
• Demonstrate selections won't disrupt commercial sales or local production
• Write comprehensive monetization plan for USDA proposal
• Provide sales agent services if program is awarded
• Prepare tender documentation and advertise sales
• Negotiate and prepare sales contracts
• Coordinate logistics with appointed freight forwarder
• Ensure highest possible cost recovery throughout the program
• Secure payments through financial institutions