Opportunity
Federal Register #USTR-2026-0298
Federal Announcements: Service Feedback, AGOA Eligibility Review, and FAA Radar Data Pilot Program
Buyer
Office of the United States Trade Representative
Posted
June 30, 2026
Respond By
July 14, 2026
Identifier
USTR-2026-0298
This summary covers three federal agency announcements regarding service feedback, policy review, and a pilot program: - Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA): - Seeks approval for a generic clearance to collect qualitative feedback on agency service delivery, community engagement, and usability testing - Feedback will be gathered from individuals, businesses, and governments - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are involved - Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR): - Initiates the 26th annual review of sub-Saharan African countries' eligibility for African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) benefits for 2027 - Requests written comments and testimony from the public to inform eligibility recommendations - Focuses on policy review; no procurement of products or services - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA): - Announces the Radar Data Pilot Program (RDPP) to provide qualified users access to sensitive airspace data feeds - Data supports Air Traffic Management and Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Traffic Management services - Solicits applications from interested parties to participate in the pilot program - No specific products, OEMs, or vendors are named - Notable Details: - None of the announcements involve the procurement of commercial products or services - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified - The FAA RDPP may be of interest to technology and aviation firms seeking access to airspace data for research or operational purposes
Description
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) is initiating its 26th annual review of the eligibility of sub-Saharan African countries to receive benefits under the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) for calendar year 2027, contingent on reauthorization. USTR is requesting written comments and will conduct a public hearing to gather input. The review will consider written comments, written testimony, and oral testimony to develop recommendations on country eligibility. The process includes deadlines for submission of comments and testimony, and a public hearing scheduled for July 23, 2026.