Federal Register #USTR20260100

USTR Solicitation for USMCA Rapid Response Labor Mechanism Panelists

This opportunity invites qualified individuals to apply for inclusion on the Facility-Specific Rapid Response Labor Mechanism Dispute Settlement Roster under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA): - Government Buyer: - Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) - OEMs and Vendors: - No commercial OEMs or vendors; USTR is the only government entity involved - Services Requested: - Service as a panelist for USMCA facility-specific rapid response labor mechanism dispute settlement panels - Requires expertise in labor law and practice - Familiarity with International Labor Organization standards - Objectivity, reliability, and independence from any party involved - Compliance with the USMCA Code of Conduct - Submission of detailed professional qualifications (education, employment history, publications, references) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Applicants must not be affiliated with any disputing party - No products or commercial services are being procured; this is a call for qualified individuals - Additional Context: - The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is separately requesting comments on extending the State of Good Repair Program information collection, but this is not a procurement opportunity

Description

The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is inviting applications from eligible individuals to be included on the roster of panelists for specialized labor panels under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). These panelists will serve on labor dispute settlement panels related to the facility-specific rapid response labor mechanism between the US and Mexico. Applicants must have expertise in labor law, be objective and independent, and comply with the USMCA Code of Conduct. Applications must be submitted electronically by April 27, 2026.

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