U.S. - PAKISTAN PARTNERSHIP FOR AGRICULTURAL MARKET DEVELOPMENT

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1 Expression of Interest (EOI) Participation in 2018 Hands-On (BYOP) Electron Beam Technology Workshop at National Center for Electron Beam Research, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA On a Cost Sharing Basis April 16-20, 2018 Food Safety/ Quality certified Exporters of HVOSV/Citrus/mango/meat Closing Date: March 5 th, 2018 Submission through any track-able courier service or to the address: procurement@pakistan-amd.org The Procurement Department: U.S.-Pakistan Partnership for Agricultural Market Development 83 A/E -1, 5 th Floor, Main Boulevard, Gulberg III, Lahore, Pakistan

2 NOTE: (Before filling the form, please read and understand documents carefully) Introduction: The U.S.-Pakistan Partnership for Agricultural Market Development (AMD) is a USAID funded project which aims to improve the ability of Pakistan s commercial agriculture and livestock sectors to compete in international and national markets in the four target product lines; meat, high value and off season vegetables, mangoes and citrus. AMD will act as a catalyst for development and investment in target product lines by actively promoting cooperation and coordination amongst the value chain actors and ancillary service providers. AMD s implementation strategy is underpinned by a strictly commercial and market driven approach with a clear focus on strengthening market access for its partner organizations, and support international marketing and sales efforts. AMD encourage investments in the four target product lines through matching grants and technical assistance and empower stakeholders by developing synergies, upgrading, streamline supply chains, and technical assistance to optimize profit margins and increase participation of women entrepreneurs, and ultimately help make Pakistani meat, high value and off season vegetables, mangoes and citrus more profitable and more competitive. Background: Irradiation of food is the use of ionizing radiations from accelerators that produce controlled amounts of beta rays or x-rays on food. Benefits of E-beam irradiation treatment are dramatic and impact a wide cross section of agricultural products by Extending Shelf Life: Irradiation extends the shelf life of certain foods by deactivating molds, killing spoilage organisms and, in some products, delaying ripening. Irradiated foods are kept fresh for longer periods of time. Moreover, by interfering with cell division, irradiation inhibits sprouting in tubers, bulbs, and root vegetables (potatoes, onions). Extended shelf life directly helps in food security by holding stocks safely for extended periods and also for extended delivery range for the domestic and international markets by Improving Food Quality: Irradiation decreases post-harvest food losses due to spoilage and deterioration in quality. Large amount of agriculture produce is wasted due to insect infestation, molds and premature germination all of which irradiation can eliminate or control. Irradiation presents an effective and safe alternative to traditionally used fumigants and pesticides, resulting into a reduction of chemical residues in food and preventing the health hazards associated with them. Improved Market Access: Irradiation is an effective plant quarantine treatment against possible infestations in foods. It is an accepted official post-harvest quarantine treatment for products such as fresh fruits, fresh vegetables, cereals, legumes, spices and dried vegetable seasonings, as well as other stored foods. For instance, USA had allowed market access to irradiated Pakistani mangoes in Ohio. Australia is also considering irradiation as quarantine treatment for allowing access to Pakistani mangoes. AMD proposes to encourage private sector investment in this technology by mitigating risks through matching grants and the provision of technical assistance. This cross cutting activity has the potential to transform the agriculture sector in Pakistan by decreasing post-harvest food losses due to spoilage and deterioration in quality and increasing market access by extending the shelf life of foods. Extended shelf life directly helps in food security by holding stocks safely for extended periods and also for extended delivery range for the domestic and international markets.

3 The National Center for Electron Bean Research at Texas A&M University has organized a one week Hands-On Workshop in Electron Beam Technology for professionals in fresh produce, processed food, exporters, importers, technology developers and regulatory authorities. The workshop offers a unique opportunity to provide insights into the use, impact and benefits of utilizing this technology in Pakistan. Through this EOI, AMD is seeking up to five (5) interested Food Safety / Quality certified Pakistani agribusiness related enterprises, who are qualified to export food products, have a valid U.S. visa and are willing to work with AMD on a cost sharing basis in participating in the workshop. AMD will pay the registration cost for the Texas A&M workshop on E beam technology, while airfare and in country (Pakistan) travel will be borne by the selected partners. Application/ Qualification Criteria: 1. Food Safety / Quality certified (HACCP/ISO 22000/FSSC 22000/ISO 9001/BRC) food exporters with experience in at least one of the AMD target product lines; 2. Interested in augmenting their existing agribusiness/food processing enterprise in Pakistan with an E-beam facility; 3. Willing to abide by USAID regulations if a cost-share, in-kind grant is awarded 4. Willing to fully complete report templates provided by AMD related to the workshop experience 5. Added advantage if exporter/processor has existing or previous market links in countries requiring irradiation of food for entry. INSTRUCTIONS: 1- Use capital letters 2- Mark the applicable boxes 3- Use extra sheets where necessary Applications for Pre-qualification must be submitted through any track-able courier service or on or before March 1 st, 2018 in a sealed envelope. Please mark the envelope with the inscription Participation in 2018 Hands-On (BYOP) Electron Beam Technology Workshop at National Center for Electron Beam Research, Texas A&M University, College Station, USA, April 16-20, 2018, and send to the following address: procurement@pakistan-amd.org The Procurement Department: U.S.-Pakistan Partnership for Agricultural Market Development 83 A/E -1, 5 th Floor, Main Boulevard, Gulberg III, Lahore, Pakistan

4 SECTION I-GENERAL INFORMATION Application in Response to: (Ad published on/ref #): Name of Entity Type of Entity Private Ltd. Partnership Other, please specify 1- Names of Partners or Directors 2-3- Type of Company (For Profit or Not for Profit) Section 42 Company Registered on (Date) (Also attach registration certificate and Not For Profit status to this form) Tax identification numbers: National Tax Number: GST Registration Number:

5 Point of Contact to AMD (Name, , Phone Number) Complete Address Phone Number (Including area code) / Web address

6 SECTION II- QUALIFICATION SELECTION CRITERIA: Exporter Based in: List City Name: Product line HVOSV Mango Citrus Meat Currently Exporting to (List the countries) HACCP /ISO Certified Yes No Have valid U.S. Visa Yes No More than 15 years Number of Years of Experience in exports (HVOSV/Citrus/mango/meat) years 5 10 years 1 5 years Links with Buyers in USA, EU, and other countries Interested in AMD cost sharing In kind grant Yes No Yes No

7 SECTION III - CONFLICT OF INTEREST: Kindly inform us if you are by any means related to U.S.-Pakistan Partnership for Agricultural Market Development (AMD) staff which may influence the outcome of this assessment process. Please mention the nature of relationship with AMD staff along with names and designations of related AMD personnel in the space providedbelow: SECTION IV- DECLARATION I/We hereby confirm that all the information given in this form and in attached document are true and correct to the best of my/our knowledge. I/ We understand that any false information shall result in immediate disqualification. If pre qualified by AMD I/we shall strictly adhere to all the rules, regulations, terms and conditions as laid down by AMD. Signature(s) of Proprietor /Partners/Directors Name Designation CNIC No. IMPORTANT NOTE: Submission of this Application does not guarantee that the applicant shall be registered with AMD AMD may ask for any further details and documents; or may physically inspect the applicant s organizational setup / factory at any time without prior notice Please ensure to provide complete information asked for in the absence of which your application will not be considered

8 SECTION V- CREDENTIALS Please attach following documents and check the applicable box National Tax Registration Certificate Sales Tax Registration Certificate Any other details please specify: Authorized Representative s Signature