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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
[Docket No. 140326277–4277–01]
Call for Applications for the
International Buyer Program Select
Service for Calendar Year 2015
International Trade
Administration, Department of
Commerce.
ACTION: Notice and Call for
Applications.
AGENCY:
The U.S. Department of
Commerce (DOC) announces that it will
begin accepting applications for the
International Buyer Program (IBP) Select
service for calendar year 2015 (January
1, 2015 through December 31, 2015).
This announcement sets out the
objectives, procedures and application
review criteria for IBP Select. Under IBP
Select, the International Trade
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Administration (ITA) recruits
international buyers to U.S. trade shows
to meet with U.S suppliers exhibiting at
those shows. The main difference
between IBP and IBP Select is that IBP
offers worldwide promotion, whereas
IBP Select focuses on promotion and
recruitment in no more than five
international markets. Specifically,
through the IBP Select, the DOC selects
domestic trade shows that will receive
DOC assistance in the form of targeted
promotion and recruitment in five
foreign markets, export counseling to
exhibitors, and export counseling and
matchmaking services at the trade show.
This notice covers selection for IBP
Select participation during calendar
year 2015. It also announces a new pilot
initiative for the IBP Select, which will
allow selected trade show organizers to
add target markets beyond the five
selected markets at a cost.
DATES: Applications for IBP Select must
be received by May 19, 2014.
ADDRESSES: Applications may be
submitted by any of the following
methods: (1) Mail/Hand Delivery
Service: International Buyer Program,
Trade Promotion Programs,
International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce, Ronald
Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania
Ave. NW., Suite 800—Mezzanine
Level—Atrium North, Washington, DC
20004; (2) Facsimile: (202) 482–7800; or
(3) email: IBP2015@trade.gov. Facsimile
and email applications will be accepted
as interim applications, and must be
followed by a signed original
application that is received by the
program no later than five (5) business
days after the application deadline. To
ensure that applications are received by
the deadline, applicants are strongly
urged to send applications by express
delivery service (e.g., U.S. Postal Service
Express Delivery, Federal Express, UPS,
etc.).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gary
Rand, Director, International Buyer
Program, Trade Promotion Programs,
International Trade Administration,
U.S. Department of Commerce, 1300
Pennsylvania Ave. NW., Ronald Reagan
Building, Suite 800M—Mezzanine
Level—Atrium North, Washington, DC
20004; Telephone (202) 482–0691;
Facsimile: (202) 482–7800; Email:
IBP2015@trade.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The IBP
was established in the Omnibus Trade
and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Pub.
L. 100–418, title II, § 2304, codified at
15 U.S.C. 4724) to bring international
buyers together with U.S. firms by
promoting leading U.S. trade shows in
industries with high export potential.
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The IBP emphasizes cooperation
between the DOC and trade show
organizers to benefit U.S. firms
exhibiting at selected events and
provides practical, hands-on assistance
such as export counseling and market
analysis to U.S. companies interested in
exporting. Shows selected for the IBP
Select will provide a venue for U.S.
companies interested in expanding their
sales into international markets.
Through the IBP, the DOC selects
trade shows that DOC determines to be
leading trade shows with participation
by U.S. firms interested in exporting.
DOC provides successful applicants
with assistance in the form of targeted
overseas promotion of the show by U.S.
Embassies and Consulates; outreach to
show participants about exporting;
recruitment of potential buyers to attend
the events; and staff assistance in setting
up and staffing international trade
centers at the events. Targeted
promotion in no more than five markets
can be executed through the overseas
offices of ITA or in U.S. Embassies in
countries where ITA does not maintain
offices.
ITA is accepting applications for IBP
Select from trade show organizers of
trade events taking place between
January 1, 2015 and December 31, 2015.
Selection of a trade show for IBP Select
is valid for one event. A trade show
organizer seeking selection for a
recurring event must submit a new
application for selection for each
occurrence of the event. For events that
occur more than once in a calendar year,
the trade show organizer must submit a
separate application for each event.
There is no fee required to submit an
application. For IBP Select in calendar
year 2015, ITA expects to select
approximately 10 events from among
the applicants. ITA will select those
events that are determined to most
clearly support the statutory mandate in
15 U.S.C. 4721 to promote U.S. exports,
especially those of small- and mediumsized enterprises, and that best meet the
selection criteria articulated below.
Once selected, applicants will be
required to enter into a Memorandum of
Agreement (MOA) with the DOC, and
submit payment of the $6,000 2015
participation fee within 30 days of
written notification of acceptance into
IBP Select. The MOA constitutes an
agreement between the DOC and the
show organizer specifying which
responsibilities for international
promotion and export assistance
services at the trade shows are to be
undertaken by the DOC as part of the
IBP Select and, in turn, which
responsibilities are to be undertaken by
the show organizer. Anyone requesting
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application information will be sent a
sample copy of the MOA along with the
application form and a copy of this
Federal Register Notice. Applicants are
encouraged to review the MOA closely,
as IBP Select participants are expected
to comply with all terms, conditions,
and obligations in the MOA. Trade
show organizer obligations include the
construction of an International Trade
Center at the trade show, production of
an export interest directory, and
provision of complimentary hotel
accommodations for DOC staff as
explained in the MOA. The
responsibilities to be undertaken by the
DOC will be carried out by ITA. ITA
responsibilities include targeted
promotion of the trade show and, where
feasible, recruitment of international
buyers to that show from the five target
markets identified, provision of on-site
export assistance to U.S. exhibitors at
the show, and the reporting of results to
the show organizer.
Selected show organizers will also be
able to procure the services of our staff
in the Embassies and Consulates beyond
the five already agreed-upon markets to
(1) escort buyers from those markets to
the show, and (2) provide at-show
services such as translation, logistical
support, and introductions to U.S.
suppliers. This secondary level of
service for markets beyond the original
five markets does not include
recruitment of the delegations from
those markets. The cost for this
additional service is based on the cost
of the Embassy or Consulate staff
person, i.e., delegation leader, escorting
the delegation to the show and
providing at-show services. This
secondary service will be priced at
$1,250 per each additional delegation,
and the total fee to be charged will not
exceed $9,750 (meaning no more than
three additional delegations are
acceptable) for participating in the IBP
Select. The show organizer will also be
responsible for providing
complimentary lodging for the
delegation leader providing this
secondary service.
Selection as an IBP Select show does
not constitute a guarantee by DOC of the
show’s success. IBP Select participation
status is not an endorsement of the
show except as to its international buyer
activities. Non-selection of an applicant
for IBP Select status should be viewed
as a determination that the event will
not be successful in promoting U.S.
exports.
Eligibility: 2015 U.S. trade events,
through the show organizer, with 1,200
or fewer exhibitors are eligible to apply
for IBP Select participation. First-time
events will also be considered.
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Exclusions: U.S. trade shows with
over 1,200 exhibitors will not be
considered for IBP Select.
General Evaluation Criteria: ITA will
evaluate applicants for IBP Select
participants using the following criteria:
(a) Export Potential: The trade show
promotes products and services from
U.S. industries that have high export
potential, as determined by DOC
sources, including industry analysts’
assessment of export potential, ITA best
prospects lists, and U.S. export analysis.
(b) Level of International Interest: The
trade show meets the needs of a
significant number of overseas markets
and corresponds to marketing
opportunities as identified by ITA.
Previous international attendance at the
show may be used as an indicator.
(c) Scope of the Show: The event must
offer a broad spectrum of U.S. made
products and services for the subject
industry. Trade shows with a majority
of U.S. firms as exhibitors are given
priority.
(d) U.S. Content of Show Exhibitors:
Trade shows with exhibitors featuring a
high percentage of products produced in
the United States or products with a
high degree of U.S. content will be
preferred.
(e) Stature of the Show: The trade
show is clearly recognized by the
industry it covers as a leading event for
the promotion of that industry’s
products and services both domestically
and internationally, and as a showplace
for the latest technology or services in
that industry.
(f) Level of Exhibitor Interest: There is
significant interest on the part of U.S.
exhibitors in receiving international
business visitors during the trade show.
A significant number of U.S. exhibitors
should be new-to-export or seeking to
expand their sales into additional export
markets.
(g) Level of Overseas Marketing: There
has been a demonstrated effort by the
applicant to market prior shows
overseas. In addition, the applicant
should describe in detail the
international marketing program to be
conducted for the event, and explain
how efforts should increase individual
and group international attendance.
(h) Level of Cooperation: The
applicant demonstrates a willingness to
cooperate with ITA to fulfill the
program’s goals and adhere to the target
dates set out in the MOA and in the
event timetables, both of which are
available from the program office (see
the FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
section above). Past experience in the
IBP will be taken into account in
evaluating the applications received.
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(i) Delegation Incentives: Waived or
reduced admission fees are required for
international attendees who are
participating in IBP Select. Delegation
leaders also must be provided
complimentary admission to the event.
In addition, show organizers should
offer a range of incentives to delegations
and/or delegation leaders recruited by
the DOC overseas posts. Examples of
incentives to international visitors and
to organized delegations include:
Special organized events, such as
receptions, meetings with association
executives, briefings, and site tours; or
complimentary accommodations for
delegation leaders.
Review Process: ITA will vet all
applications received based on the
criteria set out in this notice. Vetting
will include soliciting input from ITA
industry analysts, as well as domestic
and international field offices, focusing
primarily on the export potential, level
of international interest, and stature of
the show. In reviewing applications,
ITA will also consider sector and
calendar diversity in terms of the need
to allocate resources to support selected
events.
Application Requirements: Show
organizers submitting applications for
2015 IBP Select are required to submit:
(1) A narrative statement addressing
each question in the application, OMB
0625–0151 (found at www.export.gov/
ibp); and (2) a signed statement that
‘‘The above information provided is
correct and the applicant will abide by
the terms set forth in this Call for
Applications for the International Buyer
Program Select (January 1, 2015 through
December 31, 2015);’’ on or before the
deadline noted above. There is no fee
required to apply. ITA expects to issue
the results of this process in July 2014.
Legal Authority: The statutory program
authority for ITA to conduct the IBP is 15
U.S.C. 4724. ITA has the legal authority to
enter into MOAs with show organizers under
the provisions of the Mutual Educational and
Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (MECEA), as
amended (22 U.S.C. sections 2455(f) and
2458(c)). MECEA allows ITA to accept
contributions of funds and services from
firms for the purposes of furthering its
mission. The Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) has approved the information
collection requirements of the application to
this program (0625–0151) under the
provisions of the Paperwork Reduction Act of
1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) (OMB Control
No. 0625–0151). Notwithstanding any other
provision of law, no person is required to
respond to, nor shall a person be subject to
a penalty for failure to comply with, a
collection of information subject to the
requirements of the Paperwork Reduction
Act, unless that collection of information
displays a currently valid OMB Control
Number.
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For further information please
contact: Gary Rand, Director,
International Buyer Program (IBP2015@
trade.gov).
Elnora Moye,
Trade Program Assistant.
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Council (NEFMC); Public Meetings
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Service (NMFS), National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration (NOAA),
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ACTION: Notice of public meeting.
AGENCY:
The New England Fishery
Management Council (Council) will
hold a 3-day meeting on April 22–24,
2014 to consider actions affecting New
England fisheries in the exclusive
economic zone (EEZ).
DATES: The meeting will be held on
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday,
starting at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April
22; and 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday and
Thursday, April 23 and 24, 2014.
SUMMARY:
The meeting will be held at
the Hilton Hotel, 20 Coogan Boulevard,
Mystic, CT 06355–1900. The telephone
number is (860) 572–0731. Information
can be found online at
www.hiltonmystic.com/.
Council Address: New England
Fishery Management Council, 50 Water
Street, Mill 2, Newburyport, MA 01950;
telephone: (978) 465–0492.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Thomas A. Nies, Executive Director,
New England Fishery Management
Council; telephone: (978) 465–0492.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
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The Council meeting will begin with
introductions and brief reports from the
NEFMC Chairman and Executive
Director, the NOAA Fisheries Regional
Administrator, the Northeast Fisheries
Science Center and Mid-Atlantic
Fishery Management Council liaisons,
NOAA General Counsel and NOAA Law
Enforcement, and representatives of the
Atlantic States Marine Fisheries
Commission and the U.S. Coast Guard.
A report from the Council’s Scientific
and Statistical Committee (SSC)
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on the proposed NOAA stock
assessment prioritization process,
recommendations on the use of multiple
models in assessments and the
development of catch advice, and a
summary of the SSC’s discussion on the
role of social scientists on the SSC.
Following a lunch break, the Council
Chairman will provide a briefing on the
recent East Coast Climate Change and
Fisheries Governance Workshop. The
Northeast Regional Planning Body will
report on its activities to coordinate and
manage the range of activities that occur
in the marine and coastal environment
in New England waters. The NEFMC
Herring Committee will ask the Council
to take final action on Framework
Adjustment 4 to the Atlantic Herring
Fishery Management Plan (FMP).
During the discussion, the NEFMC will
consider alternatives to address several
measures disapproved in Herring
Amendment 5 (dealer weighing
requirements and measures to address
net slippage). The discussion also will
include input from the Herring
Committee and its Advisory Panel, and
the Council’s Enforcement Committee.
Wednesday, April 23, 2014
During the second day of the meeting,
the Enforcement Committee will
provide its comments on NOAA
Fisheries revised penalty schedule for
fishery violations and possibly review
any comments on a proposed rule about
revised trawl gear stowage provisions. A
presentation will follow that will detail
Council and Greater Northeast Regional
Fisheries Office staff recommendations
on improvements to the preparation of
fishery management actions. The
Northeast Fisheries Science Center’s
Science and Research Director will
present information on costs associated
with the Northeast Observer Program.
Prior to a lunch break, the Council
intends to give its approval for an
omnibus amendment that would modify
New England and Mid-Atlantic FMPs
with respect to the use of standardized
bycatch reporting methodology.
Following the break, there will be an
opportunity for the public to provide
brief comments on items that are
relevant to Council business but are
otherwise not listed on the published
agenda. The Council will review and
discuss a revised timeline and process
to complete an amendment that will
address monitoring to be funded by the
fishing industry. The last two agenda
items for this day will include a
presentation on electronic monitoring
and other technologies with potential
for use in Northeast fisheries. During the
second item, the Council’s Research
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request input on and approval of
recommendations on research questions
that address groundfish fishery
information needs.
Thursday, April 24, 2014
Council actions on the final day of the
meeting will focus on the Northeast
Multispecies (Groundfish) FMP. As part
of the development of Amendment 18,
the Council will consider alternatives to
address fleet diversity and accumulation
limits in the groundfish fishery and
could approve the range of alternatives
to analyzed in the associated Draft
Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS).
During discussions on Framework
Adjustment 52, an action to revise the
commercial groundfish fishery
accountability measures for southern
and northern windowpane flounder
stocks, the NEMFC may approve the
range of alternatives to be analyzed in
a DEIS for this action. The Council also
may consider an emergency action
request to implement an experimental
cooperative research program.
Although other non-emergency issues
not contained in this agenda may come
before this Council for discussion, those
issues may not be the subjects of formal
action during this meeting. Council
action will be restricted to those issues
specifically listed in this notice and any
issues arising after publication of this
notice that require emergency action
under section 305(c) of the MagnusonStevens Act, provided that the public
has been notified of the Council’s intent
to take final action to address the
emergency.
Special Accommodations
This meeting is physically accessible
to people with disabilities. Requests for
sign language interpretation or other
auxiliary aids should be directed to
Thomas A. Nies (see ADDRESSES) at least
5 days prior to the meeting date.
Dated: April 1, 2014.
Tracey L. Thompson,
Acting Deputy Director, Office of Sustainable
Fisheries, National Marine Fisheries Service.
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
[Docket No. 140326277-4277-01]
Call for Applications for the International Buyer Program Select
Service for Calendar Year 2015
AGENCY: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce.
ACTION: Notice and Call for Applications.
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SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) announces that it will
begin accepting applications for the International Buyer Program (IBP)
Select service for calendar year 2015 (January 1, 2015 through December
31, 2015). This announcement sets out the objectives, procedures and
application review criteria for IBP Select. Under IBP Select, the
International Trade Administration (ITA) recruits international buyers
to U.S. trade shows to meet with U.S suppliers exhibiting at those
shows. The main difference between IBP and IBP Select is that IBP
offers worldwide promotion, whereas IBP Select focuses on promotion and
recruitment in no more than five international markets. Specifically,
through the IBP Select, the DOC selects domestic trade shows that will
receive DOC assistance in the form of targeted promotion and
recruitment in five foreign markets, export counseling to exhibitors,
and export counseling and matchmaking services at the trade show. This
notice covers selection for IBP Select participation during calendar
year 2015. It also announces a new pilot initiative for the IBP Select,
which will allow selected trade show organizers to add target markets
beyond the five selected markets at a cost.
DATES: Applications for IBP Select must be received by May 19, 2014.
ADDRESSES: Applications may be submitted by any of the following
methods: (1) Mail/Hand Delivery Service: International Buyer Program,
Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade Administration, U.S.
Department of Commerce, Ronald Reagan Building, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave.
NW., Suite 800--Mezzanine Level--Atrium North, Washington, DC 20004;
(2) Facsimile: (202) 482-7800; or (3) email: IBP2015@trade.gov.
Facsimile and email applications will be accepted as interim
applications, and must be followed by a signed original application
that is received by the program no later than five (5) business days
after the application deadline. To ensure that applications are
received by the deadline, applicants are strongly urged to send
applications by express delivery service (e.g., U.S. Postal Service
Express Delivery, Federal Express, UPS, etc.).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Gary Rand, Director, International
Buyer Program, Trade Promotion Programs, International Trade
Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, 1300 Pennsylvania Ave.
NW., Ronald Reagan Building, Suite 800M--Mezzanine Level--Atrium North,
Washington, DC 20004; Telephone (202) 482-0691; Facsimile: (202) 482-
7800; Email: IBP2015@trade.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: The IBP was established in the Omnibus Trade
and Competitiveness Act of 1988 (Pub. L. 100-418, title II, Sec. 2304,
codified at 15 U.S.C. 4724) to bring international buyers together with
U.S. firms by promoting leading U.S. trade shows in industries with
high export potential. The IBP emphasizes cooperation between the DOC
and trade show organizers to benefit U.S. firms exhibiting at selected
events and provides practical, hands-on assistance such as export
counseling and market analysis to U.S. companies interested in
exporting. Shows selected for the IBP Select will provide a venue for
U.S. companies interested in expanding their sales into international
markets.
Through the IBP, the DOC selects trade shows that DOC determines to
be leading trade shows with participation by U.S. firms interested in
exporting. DOC provides successful applicants with assistance in the
form of targeted overseas promotion of the show by U.S. Embassies and
Consulates; outreach to show participants about exporting; recruitment
of potential buyers to attend the events; and staff assistance in
setting up and staffing international trade centers at the events.
Targeted promotion in no more than five markets can be executed through
the overseas offices of ITA or in U.S. Embassies in countries where ITA
does not maintain offices.
ITA is accepting applications for IBP Select from trade show
organizers of trade events taking place between January 1, 2015 and
December 31, 2015. Selection of a trade show for IBP Select is valid
for one event. A trade show organizer seeking selection for a recurring
event must submit a new application for selection for each occurrence
of the event. For events that occur more than once in a calendar year,
the trade show organizer must submit a separate application for each
event.
There is no fee required to submit an application. For IBP Select
in calendar year 2015, ITA expects to select approximately 10 events
from among the applicants. ITA will select those events that are
determined to most clearly support the statutory mandate in 15 U.S.C.
4721 to promote U.S. exports, especially those of small- and medium-
sized enterprises, and that best meet the selection criteria
articulated below. Once selected, applicants will be required to enter
into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the DOC, and submit payment
of the $6,000 2015 participation fee within 30 days of written
notification of acceptance into IBP Select. The MOA constitutes an
agreement between the DOC and the show organizer specifying which
responsibilities for international promotion and export assistance
services at the trade shows are to be undertaken by the DOC as part of
the IBP Select and, in turn, which responsibilities are to be
undertaken by the show organizer. Anyone requesting
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application information will be sent a sample copy of the MOA along
with the application form and a copy of this Federal Register Notice.
Applicants are encouraged to review the MOA closely, as IBP Select
participants are expected to comply with all terms, conditions, and
obligations in the MOA. Trade show organizer obligations include the
construction of an International Trade Center at the trade show,
production of an export interest directory, and provision of
complimentary hotel accommodations for DOC staff as explained in the
MOA. The responsibilities to be undertaken by the DOC will be carried
out by ITA. ITA responsibilities include targeted promotion of the
trade show and, where feasible, recruitment of international buyers to
that show from the five target markets identified, provision of on-site
export assistance to U.S. exhibitors at the show, and the reporting of
results to the show organizer.
Selected show organizers will also be able to procure the services
of our staff in the Embassies and Consulates beyond the five already
agreed-upon markets to (1) escort buyers from those markets to the
show, and (2) provide at-show services such as translation, logistical
support, and introductions to U.S. suppliers. This secondary level of
service for markets beyond the original five markets does not include
recruitment of the delegations from those markets. The cost for this
additional service is based on the cost of the Embassy or Consulate
staff person, i.e., delegation leader, escorting the delegation to the
show and providing at-show services. This secondary service will be
priced at $1,250 per each additional delegation, and the total fee to
be charged will not exceed $9,750 (meaning no more than three
additional delegations are acceptable) for participating in the IBP
Select. The show organizer will also be responsible for providing
complimentary lodging for the delegation leader providing this
secondary service.
Selection as an IBP Select show does not constitute a guarantee by
DOC of the show's success. IBP Select participation status is not an
endorsement of the show except as to its international buyer
activities. Non-selection of an applicant for IBP Select status should
be viewed as a determination that the event will not be successful in
promoting U.S. exports.
Eligibility: 2015 U.S. trade events, through the show organizer,
with 1,200 or fewer exhibitors are eligible to apply for IBP Select
participation. First-time events will also be considered.
Exclusions: U.S. trade shows with over 1,200 exhibitors will not be
considered for IBP Select.
General Evaluation Criteria: ITA will evaluate applicants for IBP
Select participants using the following criteria:
(a) Export Potential: The trade show promotes products and services
from U.S. industries that have high export potential, as determined by
DOC sources, including industry analysts' assessment of export
potential, ITA best prospects lists, and U.S. export analysis.
(b) Level of International Interest: The trade show meets the needs
of a significant number of overseas markets and corresponds to
marketing opportunities as identified by ITA. Previous international
attendance at the show may be used as an indicator.
(c) Scope of the Show: The event must offer a broad spectrum of
U.S. made products and services for the subject industry. Trade shows
with a majority of U.S. firms as exhibitors are given priority.
(d) U.S. Content of Show Exhibitors: Trade shows with exhibitors
featuring a high percentage of products produced in the United States
or products with a high degree of U.S. content will be preferred.
(e) Stature of the Show: The trade show is clearly recognized by
the industry it covers as a leading event for the promotion of that
industry's products and services both domestically and internationally,
and as a showplace for the latest technology or services in that
industry.
(f) Level of Exhibitor Interest: There is significant interest on
the part of U.S. exhibitors in receiving international business
visitors during the trade show. A significant number of U.S. exhibitors
should be new-to-export or seeking to expand their sales into
additional export markets.
(g) Level of Overseas Marketing: There has been a demonstrated
effort by the applicant to market prior shows overseas. In addition,
the applicant should describe in detail the international marketing
program to be conducted for the event, and explain how efforts should
increase individual and group international attendance.
(h) Level of Cooperation: The applicant demonstrates a willingness
to cooperate with ITA to fulfill the program's goals and adhere to the
target dates set out in the MOA and in the event timetables, both of
which are available from the program office (see the FOR FURTHER
INFORMATION CONTACT section above). Past experience in the IBP will be
taken into account in evaluating the applications received.
(i) Delegation Incentives: Waived or reduced admission fees are
required for international attendees who are participating in IBP
Select. Delegation leaders also must be provided complimentary
admission to the event. In addition, show organizers should offer a
range of incentives to delegations and/or delegation leaders recruited
by the DOC overseas posts. Examples of incentives to international
visitors and to organized delegations include: Special organized
events, such as receptions, meetings with association executives,
briefings, and site tours; or complimentary accommodations for
delegation leaders.
Review Process: ITA will vet all applications received based on the
criteria set out in this notice. Vetting will include soliciting input
from ITA industry analysts, as well as domestic and international field
offices, focusing primarily on the export potential, level of
international interest, and stature of the show. In reviewing
applications, ITA will also consider sector and calendar diversity in
terms of the need to allocate resources to support selected events.
Application Requirements: Show organizers submitting applications
for 2015 IBP Select are required to submit: (1) A narrative statement
addressing each question in the application, OMB 0625-0151 (found at
www.export.gov/ibp); and (2) a signed statement that ``The above
information provided is correct and the applicant will abide by the
terms set forth in this Call for Applications for the International
Buyer Program Select (January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015);'' on
or before the deadline noted above. There is no fee required to apply.
ITA expects to issue the results of this process in July 2014.
Legal Authority: The statutory program authority for ITA to
conduct the IBP is 15 U.S.C. 4724. ITA has the legal authority to
enter into MOAs with show organizers under the provisions of the
Mutual Educational and Cultural Exchange Act of 1961 (MECEA), as
amended (22 U.S.C. sections 2455(f) and 2458(c)). MECEA allows ITA
to accept contributions of funds and services from firms for the
purposes of furthering its mission. The Office of Management and
Budget (OMB) has approved the information collection requirements of
the application to this program (0625-0151) under the provisions of
the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 (44 U.S.C. 3501 et seq.) (OMB
Control No. 0625-0151). Notwithstanding any other provision of law,
no person is required to respond to, nor shall a person be subject
to a penalty for failure to comply with, a collection of information
subject to the requirements of the Paperwork Reduction Act, unless
that collection of information displays a currently valid OMB
Control Number.
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For further information please contact: Gary Rand, Director,
International Buyer Program (IBP2015@trade.gov).
Elnora Moye,
Trade Program Assistant.
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