Bid guide
How to bid on Revenue Administration, Tax, and Customs Advisors for the Departmental Offices
What the Treasury is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Department of the Treasury, Office of Technical Assistance (OTA), is seeking experienced tax and customs professionals for global assignments. These roles involve providing technical assistance on revenue administration in various countries across Africa, Asia, Europe, and South and Central America.
This opportunity is for individuals to work as Personal Services Contractors on intermittent assignments, which are typically short trips of two to three weeks. There may also be a limited number of resident assignments lasting a year or more. Advisors will support U.S. Treasury and U.S. Government economic and national security objectives in developing and transitional countries.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on June 30, 2026, and applications are accepted on a continuous basis. The final deadline for submissions is December 31, 2026, at 11:59 PM ET. Selections may be made before the final deadline.
All applications must be submitted by email. Submissions received after the deadline will not be considered. It is important to follow the specific email subject line instructions to ensure your application is reviewed.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is ideal for U.S. citizens with a minimum of ten years of specialized experience in tax administration or customs administration. Expertise in areas such as tax audit, dispute resolution, compliance risk management, customs valuation, trade agreements, and border operations is highly valued.
The Treasury is also looking for professionals with experience in human capital management, criminal investigation, internal audit, and anticorruption program development. Candidates should be willing to accept international travel, often to arduous locations, and be able to obtain State Department medical clearance for worldwide travel. Prior foreign technical assistance work and foreign language skills are desirable but not required.
How to respond
To respond to this solicitation, individuals must submit a cover letter and resume via email to [email protected]. Companies should not submit resumes on behalf of individuals.
It is critical that the email subject line contains the exact phrasing: "Solicitation 2032K826R00015 – Revenue Advisors – Applicant’s Last Name, First Name". Emails that do not follow this format will be deemed non-responsive and will not be forwarded for consideration. Do not include any other government personnel or email addresses in the cc field.
Tips for preparing a competitive response
Carefully review the required and preferred qualifications and ensure your resume clearly highlights your relevant experience, especially the ten years of specialized experience in tax or customs administration. Provide specific examples of your expertise in the complex and specialty areas mentioned.
Tailor your cover letter to address the scope of the position and demonstrate your willingness to accept international assignments, including those in challenging environments. Emphasize any leadership skills, project management experience, and strong communication abilities, as these are highly valued. If you have experience with digital revenue initiatives, AI tool integration, or cybersecurity in a revenue administration context, be sure to include it.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Departmental Offices; the original posting controls.