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Better Tools for Fair Cotton: Traceability Solutions to Protect U.S. Supply Chains from Chinese Forced Labor

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The Bureau of International Labor Affairs within the U.S. Department of Labor is seeking a single cooperative agreement to fund a project focused on strengthening traceability and responsible sourcing within cotton supply chains in South Asia. With a total budget of approximately 6 million dollars, the initiative aims to reduce the risk of forced-labor-tainted goods entering the U.S. market and promote U.S.-produced cotton as a sustainable, labor-compliant alternative. The project will have a maximum duration of 36 months from the award date, though applicants may propose a shorter timeframe. The primary objectives include incentivizing suppliers to adopt responsible labor practices and improving the verification of cotton origin, with specific project outcomes to be developed by the selected applicant.

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$6 million to improve cotton traceability and combat forced labor in South Asia for U.S. supply chain integrity.

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Department Of Labor → Bureau Of International Labor Affairs

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541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services

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AgencyDepartment Of Labor → Bureau Of International Labor Affairs
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The Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor (USDOL, or the Department), announces the availability of approximately $6 million total costs (subject to the availability of Federal funds) for one cooperative agreement to fund a project that will strengthen traceability and responsible sourcing in cotton supply chains in South Asia. These efforts will enhance the reputation of U.S.-produced cotton as a sustainable and labor-compliant alternative, further promoting export opportunities for American producers.

The duration of the project will be 36 months from the award date. Applicants may propose a shorter period of performance in line with their proposed strategy.  


The objective of the project is to incentivize suppliers to adopt responsible labor and sourcing practices, improve verification of cotton origin, and reduce the risk of forced-labor-tainted goods entering the U.S. market.


* Project outcomes will be developed by the applicant.


Questions regarding this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) Forecast may be emailed to OGM_ILAB@dol.gov; however, please note there is limited information that may be shared with the public, as this FOA is currently under development. We encourage prospective applicants and interested parties to use the Grants.gov subscription option to register for future updates provided for this particular FOA.

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