Trade & Sanctions

Trade Investigations: Hard Empty Capsules from Brazil, China, India, Vietnam - Correction

The International Trade Administration issued a correction to a notice regarding trade investigations of hard empty capsules from Brazil, China, India, and Vietnam. The correction amends a table detailing dumping margins and deposit rates for Vietnamese producers and exporters.

Industry Trade Advisory Committees; Continuation and Application Request Correction

The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued a correction to a notice regarding the continuation and application request for the Industry Trade Advisory Committees. This notice corrects a previous publication in the Federal Register.

OFAC Adds Persons to SDN List for Illicit Drug Trade and Terrorism

The Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has published a notice adding individuals to the Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. These designations are based on involvement in the global illicit drug trade and terrorism, leading to the blocking of their assets and prohibition of transactions with U.S. persons.

NRSA Stipends, Tuition, and Budgetary Levels for FY 2026

The NIH has issued a notice establishing stipend levels for fiscal year 2026 Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Awards (NRSA). This notice supersedes previous guidance and adjusts stipend amounts for undergraduate, predoctoral, and postdoctoral trainees and fellows, effective for awards made on or after October 1, 2025.

NIH Fiscal Policies for FY 2026 Announced

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced its fiscal policies for Fiscal Year 2026, implementing the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. The notice details funding levels, including a 1 percent increase to $47.5 billion, and outlines adjustments for non-competing continuation awards and NRSA stipends.

NIH Legislative Mandates for FY 2026 Funding

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has issued a notice detailing legislative mandates that are in effect for FY 2026 funding, enacted via the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026. These mandates impose specific limitations and conditions on the use of NIH grant, cooperative agreement, and contract awards.

Northumbrian Water Biodiversity Net Gain Tender Notice

Northumbrian Water Limited has issued a tender notice for Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) units, seeking approximately 700 BUs to support its capital investment programme. The notice outlines two lots for BNG in the North and South of its operating areas.

Stroke Recovery Service Contract Award - Stockton on Tees

Stockton on Tees Borough Council has awarded a contract for a Stroke Recovery Service. The contract, valued at £152,000, aims to support stroke survivors in maintaining their health and independence. This notice serves as a contract award announcement.

Cycle Hub Storage Units Contract for Ashford Borough Council

Ashford Borough Council has awarded a contract to CYCLEHOOP LTD for the supply and installation of 5 cycle storage units. The contract value is £22,150 excluding VAT, with a term of 3 years and a potential 1-year extension. This notice is published under the Procurement Act 2023.

London Borough of Havering Attendance Monitoring Service Contract

The London Borough of Havering has awarded a contract for an Attendance Monitoring Service to Welfare Call (LAC) Limited. The contract is valued at £127,600.20 excluding VAT and will run from March 1, 2026, to February 28, 2028, with a possible one-year extension.