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Western Hemisphere Regional updatesTrade Americas Newsletter - October 2022Caribbean Region Business ConferenceMultilateral Development Banks (MDBs)USTDA RFPsUpcoming Webinars and SeminarsOther Domestic and Regional EventsTrade Leads and Market IntelligenceResources & Export LinksWe want to hear from you!Please Share Your Success Stories HereIf you have participated in any of the past Trade Americas events, please complete this quick survey. Thank you!Caribbean Region Business ConferenceThe U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration is organizing the Caribbean Region Business Conference to be held in Miami, Florida on October 23-25, 2022.The Caribbean region represents a market of 27 million people who collectively imported over $26 billion of U.S. goods in 2021. The Caribbean region is a natural commercial partner of the United States, tied closely together by geography, history, and culture. There is a huge demand for U.S.-made products in the region.This conference will help your company access opportunities across this important region. Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Western Hemisphere for International Trade, Ian Saunders will open the conference.  Participants will meet with U.S. diplomats from The Bahamas, Barbados & Eastern Caribbean, Belize, the Dominican Republic, Guyana, Jamaica, Suriname and Trinidad & Tobago, and industry professionals, trade experts, international business experts, high-level government officials, and seasoned exporters – with plenty of opportunity for networking.In addition, you can meet with representatives from U.S. Government agencies such as the U.S. Export Import Bank, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), and U.S. Trade and Development Agency (MBDA).Note that the matchmaking site will be open during the week of October 24-28, 2022 to help you make connections with Caribbean companies looking for U.S. suppliers. Conference topics and and Speakers: Opening Remarks - Welcome to the 2022 Caribbean Region Business ConferenceIan Saunders, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Western Hemisphere - U.S. Department of CommerceAnne McKinney, Vice President, Americas - U.S. Chamber of CommerceNew Pathways to a Stronger U.S.-Caribbean Economic Partnership   Ian Saunders, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Western Hemisphere - U.S. Department of Commerce N. Nickolas Perry, U.S. Ambassador to JamaicaAnne McKinney, Vice President, Americas - U.S. Chamber of Commerce Robert Wood, Principal Economist/Country Risk Manager LATAM & Caribbean - Economist Intelligence UnitThe Giant Panda in the Room – Opportunity or Threat?  Eric Wolff, Regional Senior Commercial Officer, Caribbean - U.S. Department of CommerceWazim Mowla, Assistant Director Caribbean Initiative - The Atlantic CouncilRobert Thomas, Chargé d’Affaires - US Embassy Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Usha Pitts, Charge d’Affaires - US Embassy Nassau, The Bahamas                            Infrastructure Opportunities and the CaribbeanCraig Gundry, Executive Management and Business Development ConsultantOdile Johnson, Senior Operations Specialist - Inter-American Development BankAlex De La Cruz, Founder & CEO - New Century InternationalKathy Therieau, Advocacy Center - U.S. Department of CommerceBridging the Digital Divide in the Caribbean  David Cox, Chairman - Caribbean Assoc of National Telecom Operators (CANTO)John D. Owens III, Shareholder - Greenberg Traurig P.A.Rosario Veras, Sr. Director for Affordable Broadband Program - Cable & Wireless CommunicationsRichard Doldron, Territory Business Manager - Cisco Systems (Invited)Get Funded! Grow your Business in the Caribbean using Trade FinanceShalako Wiener, Chair, Trade Finance Committee – Financial & International Business Association (FIBA)Jenny Norris, Regional Director - Meridian Finance GroupSandro Murtas, Lead Export Finance Manager - U.S. Small Business AdministrationJimena Barbosa, Chief Operating Officer - GOBA CapitalPACC 2030 and Renewable Energy Opportunities           Kevin Opstrup, Office of Caribbean Affairs (WHA/CAR) - U.S. State Department  Cesar Santos, Managing Partner - Magnetar Global PartnersWazim Mowla, Assistant Director, Caribbean Initiative - The Atlantic CouncilDr. Dale Ramlakhan - Business Strategy and Development Manager - PowerGen Trinidad and Tobago LtdLogistics and Supply Chain in the CaribbeanFrancisco Santeiro, Executive Director - Conference of Latin American & Caribbean Express Companies (CLADEC)Robert Barcelo, Senior Manager, Business Development - Port EvergladesBasil Khalil, Vice President of Operations, LatAm & Caribbean Division - FedEx ExpressSoufyane Meftah, Transport Logistics - Wabtec Corporation                                        Export Compliance & Risk Mitigation when Exporting to the Caribbean RegionJohn M. Huddle, CEO & Attorney at Law - The Global Law Group PLCJim Anzalone, President - Compliance Assurance LLC & Vice Chair, South Florida DECCoraly Schreiber, Managing Attorney - Diaz Trade LawJorge A. Aguilar, Attorney Advisor, CLDP - U.S. Department of CommerceLearn more about the Business Conference HERE For questions regarding this program, please contact Trade.Americas@trade.govClick here to register and confirm your participation for the Caribbean Region Business Conference. Dates: October 23 - 25, 2022Cost: $650Location: Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon (Special Event Rate ends today)Become a sponsor today! Register Your Interest as Sponsor HereMultilateral Development Banks (MDBs)Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) are organizations comprised of donor and borrowing member countries that provide financing and advice for the purpose of economic advancement in developing countries. In the Americas, we have the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the World Bank (WB). These Banks finance development projects worth billions of dollars throughout the region. Download the Doing Business with the Multilateral Development Banks Guide. Resources: Inter-American Development Bank:Connect Americas a great market place for Latin AmericaIDB Projects - search upcoming projects in the regionInter-America Developing Bank Calendar of EventsWorld Bank:World Bank - search upcoming projects in the regionUSTDA RFPsUSTDA connects the U.S. private sector to infrastructure projects in emerging markets. USTDA is one of the leading project preparation facilities operating in Latin America and the Caribbean, supporting more than 700 project activities across 24 of the region’s economies. USTDA focuses its efforts on the economic sectors of strategic importance to U.S. industry and their regional partners, including energy, transportation, information and communications technology, and water.Below are the upcoming new feasibility study and technical assistance RFPs in the region:There are no updates at this time. USTDA Funds Climate Adaptation in JamaicaUSTDA Supports Costa Rica’s Power Sector ModernizationUSTDA Expands Climate Portfolio in EcuadorUSTDA Advances Southern Mexico’s Transportation GoalsUSTDA Releases 2021 Annual ReportUpcoming Webinars and SeminarsThese events are intended for U.S. Companies ONLY, incorporated under the laws of the U.S., with a product or service that has at least 51% U.S. content.October 25, 2022 - $25 World Bank 101 Session 3: Resources for Development Project Finance and InvestmentThis webinar will provide U.S. companies with an overview of the World Bank Group’s private sector support branches – the Investment Finance Corporation (IFC) and Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA).October 27, 2022 - $25 World Bank 101 Session 4: Corporate Procurement - Becoming a Supplier to the World Bank ItselfThis webinar will outline opportunities to become a direct supplier to the World Bank for its internal operations. This webinar is especially applicable for companies that offer solutions in IT, HR and facilities management.November 3-4, 2022 - $75 Making Global Markets AccessibleGather virtually with other U.S. companies focused on defining and refining their international business opportunities and strategies. Hear from a diverse panel of experts on key exporting topics, including: Export Strategy Development, Resources for Accessing Export Assistance, Supply Chain Resiliency, and Diversity. Participating companies can customer their experience through breakout sessions on: Service exports, E-Commerce and digital strategy, U.S. Export Controls, Intercultural Communication. Participants can schedule one-on-one meetings with industry & market specialists from U.S. embassies and consulates from around the world.December 1, 2022 - $450Law Enforcement Technology ShowcaseThe Law Enforcement Technology Event will allow the U.S companies to participate and interact directly with the main decision from Brazil's police organization in the acquisition of solutions to modernize the fight against crime in Brazil's main cities. Other Domestic and Regional EventsOctober 24-28, 2022 - BrazilInternational Aviation Event in BrazilThe International Aviation Event in Brazil will take place in the Brazilian aviation clusters of São José dos Campos and São Paulo. The purpose of the event is to introduce U.S. suppliers to Brazil’s aerospace ecosystem, identify new businesses, and export to the vibrant Brazilian market.November 8, 2022 - BrazilU.S. Blockchain & Digital Asset Funds VCTM for BrazilThe Virtual Certified Trade Mission will introduce a group of U.S. Blockchain and Digital Asset Private Equity, Venture Capital and Hedge Funds, to Institutional Investors, Family Offices, Multi-Family Offices and High Net Worth Individuals from Brazil’s Insurance companies, Pension Funds, Institutional Investors and Family Offices.November 21-23, 2022 - CanadaU.S. Delegation at Québec Mines & Energy - QM+ÉQM+É is a gathering for professionals in the mine and energy sectors, providing a space for synergy, exchange, and innovation. Take this opportunity to join the U.S. delegation and showcase your product literature! The increased focus on utilizing Québec’s rich critical mineral resources to promote a green energy transition is poising Québec to be a lucrative market for U.S. firms to exploit. Best prospects include: • Mining Equipment and Services • Electric Vehicle Battery Production • Energy Recycling Management • Robotics and Engineering • Environmental impact assessment servicesFebruary 7-9, 2023 - MexicoExpo Manufactura 2023Expo Manufactura 2023 is the leading platform integrating the most influential communities for advanced manufacturing. National and international companies showcasing innovative solutions for the automotive/auto parts, aerospace/aeronautics, energy, medical devices, home appliances, and electronics industries. The show has five specialized pavilions for plastics, automation, additive manufacturing, medical manufacturing, industrial printing, and the newest ETMS pavilion (experienced technology solutions for manufacturing). The event hosts a U. S. pavilion for value-added complimentary services. The event is held in a 126,000 sqft. of exhibition space featuring over 280 exhibitors representing 550 brands. Join us at Cintermex, Monterrey, MX. For more information, contact mario.vidana@trade.govApril 30-May 3, 2023 - U.S.Mock Prison Riot     The Mock Prison Riot features hands-on training and technology exposure for corrections, law enforcement, military, and public safety practitioners from around the world.June 13-15, 2023 - CanadaExhibit at Global Energy ShowUnder the Trade Event Partnership Program, the U.S. Commercial Service (USCS) has identified the Global Energy Show (GES) as an excellent opportunity for U.S. energy companies to expand their business in the industry through exhibition or visitor attendance to the show! GES is North America’s only B2B exhibition and conference connecting a diverse range of energy verticals that brings people, technology and the transfer of knowledge together under one roof in Canada’s energy epicenter, Calgary, Alberta.Trade Leads and Market IntelligenceBarbados: As Barbados continues to work towards our 2030 100% Renewable Energy Generation goal, BNOCL is aiming to transition toward cleaner fuels in the transport and electricity generation sectors. As such, Barbados National Oil Company Limited (BNOCL) is seeking to procure the following: 1. 100,000 gallons of Biodiesel (B100) in the first instance: for a 3-6 month cross-sector Biodiesel Pilot Study and 2. After the pilot study, BNOCL will need to procure approximately 170,000 gallons of Biodiesel (B100) per month for use in Barbados. Kindly indicate if an ex-factory, freight on board (FOB) or cost, insurance and freight (CIF) supply of these amounts can be obtained from a US Biodiesel Supplier. For more information, contact Sarah Gevlin, U.S. Embassy Barbados at GevlinSA@state.gov.Brazil: The Rio de Janeiro Police Department will conduct the acquisition of snipe rifles. The object of this electronic auction is the acquisition of 20 .308 caliber sniper rifles with suppressor and 20 precision telescopic rifles, .308 Winchester with accessories, in accordance with the Terms of Reference. 2.3 The delivery of  material must occur within 120 (one hundred and twenty) days after the issuance of the Import and Export Licenses by the responsible authorities. If the object is of national or national origin, the delivery period will be up to 180 (one hundred and eighty) days from the issuance of the Commitment Note. The delivery of the object must be made at the Special Police Operations Battalion - BOPE, located at Rua Campo Belo, 150 - Laranjeiras - Rio de Janeiro - RJ - CEP: 21221-110 - Phone: (21) 2334-3985. The supply of the object will be in a unique way, according to the way indicated in the Terms of Reference. For questions, please contact Genard Burity at Genard.Burity@trade.gov. Brazil: Petrobras’ Divestment Program – onshore, offshore, and downstream assets National oil company Petrobras has announced additional teasers regarding its ongoing asset divestment program. More information. Bolivia: Public bidding for the city of La Paz for waste treatment and disposal service.  The La Paz city government is looking for a technology-driven waste management program including operation of two sanitary landfills, landfill closure, and differentiation/industrialization of urban and construction waste. For industrialization of waste, the city is looking for thermochemical and biomechanical technological alternatives, such as co-processing with fuels derived from the residues and bio-methanization.  The city will consider palletization of municipal solid waste to be used for energy in other industries. The contract has 2 stages, one for $15 million and the other one for $11 million.  The timeline would last for 25 years.  These are the pertinent links to submit proposals:https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1aiJzx7FH0q4-jXAamltWWB5kSf9MzXtu?usp=sharing; https://www.sicoes.gob.bo/portal/contrataciones/busqueda/convocatorias.php?tipo=convNacional&tipoContratacion=SBolivia:  In an effort to update and modernize its electoral roll, Bolivia’s Supreme Electoral Tribunal has announced an international tender for a Biometric Platform. This platform would include both a digital fingerprint and facial recognition technology for when digital fingerprints are not an option. The platform would be comprised of several components, including hardware, software, data bases, web services, and cropping. The contract is worth approximately $4,286,657 (Bs 29.997.600,03).  You must first register in Rupe (infosiscon.com) before selecting on the proposal for digital submission. These are the pertinent links for proposal and submission information: Contrataciones 2022 | Órgano Electoral Plurinacional (oep.org.bo), ACTUALIZACIÓN DE LA PLATAFORMA BIOMETRICA, Código de Contratación: LP-POA N° 001/2022, CUCE: 22-0670-00-1259489-1-1Costa Rica: the Costa Rica Road Authority (CONAVI) is inviting U.S. companies to participate in the upcoming contracts for asphalt pavement maintenance and rehabilitation of the National Road Network of Costa Rica, which includes the following activities: crack sealing, micro surfacing (optional, experience and capability not mandatory), full depth patching, mill and overlay. Participating companies must demonstrate experience in Hot Mix Asphalt placement and asphalt pavements maintenance, rehabilitation and construction. Colombia: The Bucaramanga Fire Department in Colombia is looking to procure one(1)- 3500 GAL WATER TANK VEHICLE  and one(1) - 4X4 COMMAND AND RESCUE TYPE VEHICLE. For the needs of the 4x4 vehicle, please consider Wildland or Brush vehicles. For more information, please contact Lina Contreras at Lina.Contreras@trade.gov.      Ecuador: Green hydrogen project. Grupo Futuro seeks to develop a green hydrogen generation project to supply green ammonia to the energy storage market. The production energy source will be renewable, primarily photovoltaic. Hydrogen will be produced through hydrolysis and ammonia using the Haber-Bosch method. More information. El Salvador: The Salvadoran company AGRIVETER is interested in identifying U.S. suppliers of medicine, surgical instruments, medical equipment (ultrasound, x-rays, anesthetic machines) for animals and humans. http://www.agriveter.com/. For more information, contact Lidia Sosa at Lidia.Sosa@trade.gov.El Salvador: Opportunity to supply anaerobic digestion systems for municipal solid waste treatment in El Salvador. Bio Energy For Life, S.A. de C.V. looking for dry or high solid content anaerobic digestion systems for MSW energy recovery processes, from the production of biogas, for the generation of thermal and electrical energy, through the use of combined cycle units, CHP. And for the production of organic fertilizers. We are looking for systems that can process around 70,000 Tons per year or more. For a generation of electrical energy of 4 MW per hour or greater. We are also looking for municipal solid waste thermal gasification systems. For more information, contact Lidia Sosa at Lidia.Sosa@trade.gov.Guyana: The Government of Guyana (GoG) invites proposals from interested Parties for the design, finance, and construction of a 30,000 barrel per day (b/d) oil refinery, to be located on land provided by the GOG at the mouth of the Berbice River in the vicinity of “Crab Island.” RFP for Guyana's Oil Refinery: https://petroleum.gov.gy/procurement/ministry-natural-resources-rfp-design-finance-and-construction-30000-barrelday-oil. For more information, contact Richard Leo, U.S. Embassy Georgetown at LeoRG@state.govMexico: ATSA Seeks Targeted Medical Devices: Pre-heparinized syringe for arterial gas collection = 300,000 pieces per year.Body cooling equipment = 20 pieces per year.Invasive pressure transducers = 90 thousand pieces per year.3- and 4-way stopcocks = 1.5 million pieces per year.For more information, contact Paulo Camposeco, Trade Specialist, Medical Sector at paulo.camposeco@trade.gov.The Bahamas: The Bahamas Airport Authority is seeking U.S. firms that can provide baggage scales and training on their use.  They require 25 scales and training to include certification permitting airport staff to sign off on the scales.  They would like the training to be conducted in The Bahamas. For more information contact Niko K. Davis, Manager, Family Island Airports Department at ndavis@airportsbahamas.comTrinidad and Tobago: VEMCO is seeking reputable U.S. manufacturers of Crude Soybean Oil refining equipment. For more information, contact Marissa Nicholas at Nicholasmr@state.govTrinidad and Tobago: Commercial diving professionals.The Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA) of Trinidad and Tobago requires a list of professionals with the requisite knowledge, skills and experience in the area of commercial diving to assist in investigating a fatal dive accident during subsea maintenance works. For more information, contact Franz Brisbane at franz.brisbane@gov.ttUruguay: The US Embassy received the invitation from the Ministry of Interior to participate in this international tender to provide a solution for the installation and maintenance of a border control system for passengers entering and leaving the country. The purpose of the implemented system will be the registration and border control of all persons entering or leaving Uruguay, whether by land, sea, river or air. It must collect, analyze and provide intelligent information about the identity and movements of passengers to facilitate executive decision-making in the prevention and detection of crimes. The deadline for putting the system into operation is 12 months from the signing of the contract. Due date is: September 27th, 2022. For more information, contact Alicia.Machado@trade.govUruguay: Uruguay's state oil and gas firm Ancap is looking for companies experienced in offshorewind, hydrogen or deepwater oil and gas to carry out its ambitious plan to create a maritimehydrogen production hub powered by its significant offshore wind potential. More information.Uruguay: The Ministry of Interior of Uruguay has put out a tender for the design, construction, financing and operation (which includes equipment, maintenance of infrastructure and equipment, food services, commissary, provision of control software, cleaning, final disposal of waste and pest control) of the public work called "Rehabilitation Center" with three Prisons Units for Persons Deprived of Liberty (UIPPL). Due Date is December 27th, 2023 at 10:00. Questions to the specifications need to be done through the Procurement website: https://www.comprasestatales.gub.uy/consultas/detalle/id/985182 Market Intelligence ArgentinaBrazilCanadaChileColombiaCosta RicaDominican RepublicEl SalvadorGuatemalaHondurasMexicoPanamaPeruUruguay Resources & Export LinksSTEP Funds (Grant available to U.S. SMEs looking to Export Internationally) via Small Business Administration.Resolve a Foreign Trade BarrierITA's Country Commercial Guides cover 125 international markets by the U.S. Commercial ServiceTrade Finance Guide from the U.S. Department of CommerceConnect Americas a great market place for Latin AmericaIDB Projects - search upcoming projects in the regionWorld Bank - search upcoming projects in the regionThank you to our Trade Missions Platinum Sponsors!Amazon Web Services, Inc.FedExGlobal4PL IHG Hotels & ResortsThe International C, LLCThe Global Law Group, PLC Back to topThe Trade Americas Team of the U.S. Commercial Service is dedicated to enhancing the competitiveness of the U.S. in the Western Hemisphere, expanding market access, and increasing exports. 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