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No fixed deadline stated; FAQ notes the program has a remaining duration of about two years at time of writing (rolling applications via invite.go.ug portal).
Export Firm Support (EFS) Sub-component of the INVITE Project is sponsored by Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) under the INVITE Project (Government of Uganda, World Bank, etc.). The EFS sub-component, part of the INVITE Project, aims to boost Ugandan firm exports in value-added manufactured products to regional and high-income markets.
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FAQs – The INVITE Project 1. What is the Export Firm Support (EFS)? EFS is a sub-component of the Investment for Industrial Transformation and Employment (INVITE) project funded by the World Bank and the Multi-Donor Trust Fund (MDTF) comprising the Netherlands, United Kingdom and Sweden.
2. How does the EFS sub-component work? The EFS sub-component supports the development of firm capabilities to expand access to export market opportunities and enhance revenue potential through business development services.
Financial support is geared towards upgrading organizational and production capacities and capabilities of firms to enable them to cater to the demand of foreign buyers. 3. What does EFS intend to achieve?
The EFS intends to contribute to increasing the value of sales by exporters to export markets, selling greater product quantities, and/or selling higher quality value-added products to their export markets for premium prices. 4. Who qualifies to apply for EFS support?
Manufacturing and semi-manufacturing exporting firms, legally registered and in existence for at least one year, intending to upscale their products for export. 5. What is the funding structure for EFS?
Eligible firms are categorized into 4 distinct categories termed ‘Buckets’ including: Bucket one to be provided practical BDS support for Firms that have not, but have the potential to export facilitated through a Boot Camp. Bucket 2 for firms that have some partial export knowledge and could have exported their products in the last 3 years, supported with a financial grant of up to US$2,000.
Bucket 3 for firms with experience of exporting and would like to expand sales in their export market destinations, supported with a financial grant of up to US$ 7,000 Bucket 4 firms with experience of exporting and would want to venture into new export destinations by the time of application submission, supported with a financial grant of up to US$ 10,000 6. How do I access support under the EFS?
The EFS support follows “a call for applications cycle” with at least 4 (four) cycles foreseen during the project lifespan. The EFS provides a reimbursement of up to 80 percent of the firm’s cost of services intended to pay for local export consultants or certification and other forms of technical assistance to implement the export development plan. 7.
What activities qualify for funding? The following activities qualify for funding: Export market identification and segmentation Product design and adaptation Product branding, packaging, and labelling Installation of standards Target market required standards and certifications. Relevant training including market intelligence to target export market.
Regional and international exhibition/shows. 8. What are the different phases under the EFS?
Phase 1 is the Call for Proposals stage covering three months and which involves sensitisation of potential applicants. Phase 2 consists of the selection stage one month from the submission of applications. Phase 3 is the final and implementation stage with six (6) months of participating firms carrying out their activities before submission of reimbursement requirements.
9. Can I use my own service providers? Only vetted consultants with pre-qualified profiles on the portal will be available for businesses to access.
10. How long should my business have been in operation to qualify for financing? To qualify for financing a business must be in operation for at least 12 months prior to applying for EFS support.
11. What size must my business be to qualify for financial support? The firm must have not less than 2 employees and up to at least 250 employees and must pledge to maintain employment levels observed at the time of application.
12. What is the required annual turnover for my business to qualify for financing? A business should have an annual turnover of between UGX 10 million and UGX 15 billion to qualify for financing under the EFS.
13. Does the location of my business matter when it comes to support? The EFS will support businesses from all over the country.
14. What documentation is required to qualify for funding? Eligible enterprises formation registration e.g. certificate of registration, trading licence, audited accounts, business plan, etc. for funding under the EFS Sub-component.
15. How many times can I access EFS support? Enterprises can be supported up to 4 times during the project duration.
16. How long is the evaluation process? The process of evaluating firms may take up to three months before approval.
17. What is the period between application and disbursement of funds? This depends on the activity but may take between 6 – 10 months including implementation and reimbursement.
18. What is the maximum funding available to an entity? The EFS can provide up to a maximum cumulative grant of US$40,000 in the course of the project life time and based on the classified Bucket.
19. For how long will the EFS support be available? The EFS sub component has a remaining duration of two years.
20. Can I submit a physical application? Only online applications are accepted and processed for funding.
21. Where are the EFS offices located? The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU), Plot 43, Nakasero Hill Road, Kampala – Uganda.
22. How do I report a complaint? Any grievances under the project can be reported through the PSFU and INVITE Trust Project Implementation Units (PIU) supported by their E&S teams.
The INVITE Project adheres to the principle of Inclusive and Non-discrimination, and maintains a productive work environment that is free from discrimination, exclusion, or harassment of any sort.
For any case, please report to this number: 0800 333 125 To report a grievance or complaint concerning the INVITE Project, please contact us on the Tollfree line: 0800 200 339 b) Scroll to the Export Firm Support section under Apply for Funding at the top right of the home page and register to Create an Account as a New Firm User.
d) Fill in the Application Form e) Attach your relevant business documents as follows: – Certificate of incorporation/Registration Memorandum and Article of Association (Front and Shareholder pages) E and S Documents (If Applicable) INVITE Trust (Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) 1. What is the INVITE Trust?
The INVITE Trust is a Body Corporate created as a special purpose vehicle through which the funds will be channelled to the Participating Financial Institutions (PFIs). 2. How does the INVITE Trust work?
The INVITE Trust provides and facilitates affordable financing of eligible activities. The funds are availed through Participating Financial Institutions working with INVITE to reach beneficiaries with the financing they require. 3.
What does the INVITE Trust intend to achieve? It is intended to provide long-term capability for growing businesses in those sectors in all parts of the country, leading to sustainable development. 4.
Who qualifies to apply for funding? Legitimate businesses in the manufacturing and export value chains including Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises and large businesses can access financing from the INVITE Trust. 5.
Who are the beneficiaries of the INVITE Trust? Beneficiaries of the INVITE Trust include: Small and Medium Enterprises in Uganda. Small, Medium and Micro suppliers to manufacturing or exporting businesses.
Farmers supplying to manufacturing and exporting supply chains. Large, Medium and Micro Enterprises in Refugee Hosting Districts (RHD) The total number of expected direct beneficiaries include 140,000 MSMEs and 120,000 refugees. At least 40,000 will be women-led microenterprises.
6. How does one apply for funding? Applications are submitted using the INVITE website, and assessed through the Participating Financial Institutions including Microfinance Institutions and SACCOs in the areas of operation around the country.
7. Are funds available to people in rural areas? Rural communities are able to access this funding through Participating Financial Institutions (MFIs).
8. Are Industrial Parks supported? Industrial parks and economic zones are supported to enable the lead investors locate in strategic areas, to buy more local produce and employ more of the rural population.
9. Is the agricultural sector supported? The project provides financial support to investors in setting up warehouses, milk handling facilities, grain storage infrastructure, etc for post-harvest handling of produce.
10. What are the amounts available for enterprises under the INVITE Trust? Depending on their size and capability a business can access amounts between $10,000 and $1 Million for their activities.
The INVITE Project adheres to the principle of Inclusive and Non-discrimination, and maintains a productive work environment that is free from discrimination, exclusion, or harassment of any sort. For any case, please report to this number: 0800 333 125 Plot 43, Nakasero Hill Road,
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Manufacturing and semi-manufacturing exporting firms legally registered and operating in Uganda for at least one year, annual turnover between UGX 10 million and UGX 15 billion, 2-250 employees, must maintain employment levels. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows 80% reimbursement of costs, between US$4,000 and US$10,000 per activity. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Export Firm Support (EFS) Sub-component of the INVITE Project is funded by Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) under the INVITE Project (Government of Uganda, World Bank, etc.). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
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