LIVESTOCK MORTALITY COMPOSTING ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY

The Washington State Department of Agriculture is seeking a contractor to conduct an economic feasibility study on the buildout of livestock mortality composting in Washington State. The study should include analyses of profitability, capacity, demand, stakeholder perception, emergency preparedness, technical requirements, and site suitability. The contractor will be required to provide a comprehensive report on the findings and recommendations. The contract term is expected to be from January 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. • The contractor will be responsible for evaluating the economic viability of composting animal-derived feedstocks in Washington. • The contractor will assess the perceptions, concerns, and receptiveness of livestock producers, meat processors, compost facility operators, and other relevant stakeholders toward composting animal-derived feedstocks. • The contractor will identify physical, logistical, and regulatory barriers limiting the collection, transport, and processing of animal-derived feedstocks in Washington. • The contractor will evaluate potential state-level interventions, incentives, and policy actions that could support animal-derived feedstock composting infrastructure and participation.