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MO STEP=UP | Department of Economic Development The Missouri Department of Economic Development, funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Association, administers the Missouri State Trade & Expansion Program=Unlimited Opportunities (MO STEP=UP) program.
The MO STEP=UP program offers small businesses grant opportunities to fund qualifying international activities that further the importance of exporting in the state. The aim of the STEP Program is to increase the number of small businesses that are exporting and increase the value of exports for those small businesses that are currently exporting.
Federal Funding Disclosure In accordance with Section 632 of Public Law 117-328: Missouri State Trade Expansion Program=Unlimited Opportunities (MO STEP=UP) Federal Share: 75% - $375,000 Non-Federal Share: 25% - $125,000 Total Program Cost: $500,000 The target audience for this program is small businesses, with 500 employees or less.
DED will focus assistance to these small firms to new markets in order to ensure increased opportunities. Is licensed to do business in the state of Missouri and is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State's office (must have been issued a Missouri Business Charter by the Secretary of State for at least one year).
Is operating profitably; based on operations in the US Is an export-ready U.S. company seeking to export goods or services of U.S. origin or have at least 51% U.S. Registrants will be required to acknowledge and commit to the reporting methodology as set forth by the state and detailed on each application form. Eligible applicants must submit a complete application form in order to be considered.
Only applicants applying for approved cost-share activities will be reviewed for approval. Application review will consider activity, market opportunity, impact, likelihood of success and availability of funds. Approval of the application is required in advance of the event.
Once completed, all receipts and source documentation evidencing the cost and the cost share must be submitted to DED within 90 days of the execution of the event(s) for reimbursement. Failure to comply with the submission of required documents may result in the delay or cancellation of the approved reimbursement. Reimbursement is the lesser of the authorized amount in the approval letter or the actual eligible costs.
A Tax Clearance Letter from the Missouri Department of Revenue indicating that the applicant/company has no outstanding taxes due must accompany the request for reimbursement.
Export Plan (if required) Executed Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement (DCA) Form SBA Self-Representation Form SBA Debarment Certification Form Sign and Return Certificate of Statement (Original Signature Page) Additional Documentation required after activity takes place Contact the International Trade and Investment Office at exports@ded. mo. gov or 573-751-4855.
MO STEP=UP Program Guidelines 2024-2026 MO STEP=UP Application 2024-2026 MO STEP=UP SBA Debarment Form MO STEP=UP SBA Self Representation Form
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Missouri-based small businesses with 500 employees or fewer. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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