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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Manufacturers based in El Paso looking to expand and diversify into the federal defense market. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $10,000, with an additional $2,500 early-adoption bonus available for certifications completed by December 31, 2026. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Defense Industrial Base Business Readiness (DIBBs) Incentive is funded by City of El Paso Economic & International Development Department. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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