Provision of Professional Services in the Execution of Prevention, Surveillance, and Control Actions for Official Pests and Pests of Socio-economic Importance under the Sub-Management - ICA-0928-2026

The Colombian Agricultural Institute (Instituto Colombiano Agropecuario - ICA) is seeking professional services for pest management. This contract, reference ICA-0928-2026, focuses on the execution of prevention, surveillance, and control actions for pests that are under official control and those of significant socio-economic importance. These activities fall under the purview of the Sub-Management of Plant Protection. The professionals will be responsible for implementing strategies to detect, monitor, and manage pest outbreaks, thereby safeguarding agricultural production and biodiversity in Colombia. This is a "Prestación de servicios" (Provision of Services) contract, with a duration of 321 days, procured through "Contratación directa" (Direct Contracting). The ICA requires these specialized services to strengthen its phytosanitary surveillance and control programs, ensuring the health of crops and the agricultural sector.