Aquaculture Genetic Improvement Strategy Services

The vendor is required to provide aquaculture genetic improvement strategy development for advancing the genetic improvement of aquaculture species in state.
•    Conduct a detailed review of genetic improvement methodologies and their benefit to aquaculture breeding programs. 
•    Assess the current status of aquaculture in state, including infrastructure, species, and economic factors. 
•    Deliver actionable recommendations and a strategic framework for implementing genetic improvement programs, with special emphasis on species of priority for state. 
•    Identify policy, infrastructure, and resource gaps that may limit the adoption of modern genetic technologies. 
•    Provide a roadmap for continued development of aquaculture genetics in state.
- Strategy Recommendations:
•    Prioritize species for genetic improvement.
•    Propose a phased framework for establishing a breeding program suited for:
o    Species with low genetic diversity and high relatedness
o    New and emerging species
•    Identify current policy and resource limitations.
- The budget for the project is limited to $20,000.

- Contract Period/Term: 1 year
- Questions/Inquires Deadline: September 8, 2025