Oilseed Association Contracts (ND Oilseed Council Only)

The North Dakota Oilseed Council multi-award vehicle is a targeted contract focused on domestic promotion programs for oilseed crops, specifically canola. The contract encompasses a comprehensive range of services designed to increase demand and recognition for oilseed products within the food and consumer health industries. Key services include conducting domestic promotion programs, organizing canola grower meetings and research plot tours, maintaining an industry information website, facilitating canola research, and producing annual audit reports. The contract aims to support North Dakota canola producers by enhancing market visibility and conducting strategic industry research.

The contract is awarded to the Northern Canola Growers Association, Inc. and is structured as a state-wide contract for North Dakota, with an initial period of performance from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2025. Each contract year involves a total compensation package, with the 2024 contract year providing $1,050,000 paid in three installments of $350,000. The contract includes provisions for up to three potential 12-month renewals and is governed by North Dakota state law. The vehicle covers statewide activities and is specifically designed to promote canola production, research, and market development, with strict guidelines prohibiting the use of funds for lobbying activities.