Description
The Global Market Access Program (GMAP) is a cost-share program that allows eligible Missouri companies to participate in specific events designed to create export sales. Increased export sales create a public benefit through their positive effect on Missouri’s economy including job creation and increased wealth for Missouri’s families.
Do I Qualify?
Eligibility requirements:
The target audience for this program is Missouri small businesses, primarily manufacturers, with 500 employees or fewer. DED will focus assistance to these small Missouri firms to new markets in support of increased export sales opportunities.
Companies must export "Made in Missouri" products. "Made in Missouri" products must have content consisting of 51% or more of in-state produced or manufactured parts, labor, or value-added content or any combination thereof.
For purposes of implementing the Global Market Access Program1 the state operationally defines the term "eligible small business" as an entity that:
- Has 500 employees or fewer;
- Is licensed to do business in the State of Missouri and is in good standing with the Missouri Secretary of State;
- Has been in business in Missouri for no less than 1-year on the date of application for funding;
- Is operating profitably in the US;
- Has demonstrated export sales potential and intent, understanding the costs associated with exporting and doing business with foreign purchasers, including the cost of freight forwarding, custom brokers, packing and shipping, and has a strategic plan in effect for exporting; and
- Has 51% or more of Missouri produced or manufactured parts, labor, or value-added content or any combination thereof.
How Do I Apply?
Eligible applicants must submit a complete application form and all required supporting materials no less than 15 business days prior to a trade activity. 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.
Application Checklist
- Core Application Materials
- Completed and signed Application Form
- Export plan (if required)
- Supporting Materials
- Self-Representation Form (valid for one year)
- Debarment Certification Form (valid for one year)
- MissouriBUYS registration (instructions below/one time requirement)
- Signed Certificate of Statement (signature page of application)
- E-Verify Memorandum (instructions below; one time requirement)
- Fly America Document (if applicable)
- Additional documentation required after activity takes place:
- Itemized, paid receipts
- Certificate of Tax Clearance letter, provided by the MO Department of Revenue (DOR) (valid for 90 days)
- Company Invoice to DED
- Client Impact Statement (CIS)
- Supplemental materials, if required
Need Help?
If you have questions or need assistance:
Phone: 573-751-4855
Email: exports@ded.mo.gov