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In some instances, USDA contracts for marine cargo discharge and delivery surveys at foreign ports and inland destinations for bulk, breakbulk, and containerized shipments. This responsibility includes arranging cargo surveys for Food for Progress shipments, Government-to-Government shipments, and Food for Peace shipments.

Currently in place are contracts which were awarded to survey cargo in a number of different countries through Sep 30, 2008.

Form KC-334 - Preliminary/Final Discharge/Delivery Survey Summary is completed and submitted by USDA-contracted surveyors in advance of and as part of their survey report(s). Form KC-337 - Rate Schedule is completed and submitted by potential USDA-contracted surveyors as part of their contract proposal package.

Listing of a company under "Offeror List by Country" or "Surveyor Information" does not necessarily indicate an endorsement of that company by the USDA.

For more information, e-mail Tony Holland or Patsy Carleton or send a fax to 816-823-1640.

The majority of export cargo surveys are contracted by Private Voluntary Organizations (PVOs). The Kansas City Commodity Office (KCCO) provides oversight to PVOs with respect to handling export commodities while in the PVO's care and custody.

Following is a list of forms for PVOs regarding survey fees.

Please submit survey fees for reimbursement to:

USDA - Kansas City Commodity Office

Contract Reconciliation Division

Marine Liability Branch

Beacon Facility - Mail Stop 8758

P. O. Box 419205

Kansas City, MO 64141-6205

USDA - Kansas City Commodity Office

Contract Reconciliation Division

Marine Liability Branch

Beacon Facility - Mail Stop 8758

9240 Troost Avenue

Kansas City, MO 64131-3055