Notice2022-14743
Announcement of May 2022 Approved International Trade Administration Trade Mission
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July 12, 2022
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The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA), is announcing one upcoming trade mission that will be recruited, organized, and implemented by ITA. This mission is:
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[Federal Register Volume 87, Number 132 (Tuesday, July 12, 2022)]
[Notices]
[Pages 41284-41286]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2022-14743]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Announcement of May 2022 Approved International Trade
Administration Trade Mission
AGENCY: International Trade Administration, Department of Commerce.
SUMMARY: The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is announcing one upcoming trade mission that
will be recruited, organized, and implemented by ITA. This mission is:
<bullet> Indo Defense--Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission in Jakarta
and Bandung, Indonesia--10/31-11/4/2022
A summary of the mission is found below. Application information
and more detailed mission information, including the commercial setting
and sector information, can be found at the trade mission website:
<a href="https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions">https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions</a>.
For each mission, recruitment will be conducted in an open and
public manner, including publication in the Federal Register, posting
on the Commerce Department trade mission calendar (<a href="https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions">https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions</a>-schedule) and other internet websites,
press releases to general and trade media, direct mail, broadcast fax,
notices by industry trade associations and other multiplier groups, and
publicity at industry meetings, symposia, conferences, and trade shows.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jeffrey Odum, Events Management Task
Force, International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce,
1401 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230; telephone (202) 482-
6397 or email <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#440e21222236213d6a0b2031290430362520216a232b32"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="1e547b78786c7b6730517a6b735e6a6c7f7a7b30797168">[email protected]</span></a>.
The Following Conditions for Participation Will Be Used for the Mission
Applicants must submit a completed and signed mission application
and supplemental application materials, including adequate information
on their products and/or services, primary market objectives, and goals
for participation to allow the Department of Commerce to evaluate their
application. If the Department of Commerce receives an incomplete
application, the Department may either: reject the application, request
additional information/clarification, or take the lack of information
into account when evaluating the application. If the requisite minimum
number of participants is not selected for the mission by the
recruitment deadline, the mission may be cancelled.
Each applicant must also certify that the products and services it
seeks to export through the mission are either produced in the United
States, or, if not, are marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have
at least 51% U.S. content by value. In the case of an organization, the
applicant must certify that, for each entity to be represented by the
organization, the products and/or services the represented firm or
service provider seeks to export are either produced in the United
States or, if not, marketed under the name of a U.S. firm and have at
least 51% U.S. content.
An organization applicant must certify to the above for all of the
companies it seeks to represent on the mission.
In addition, each applicant must:
<bullet> Certify that the export of products and services that it
wishes to market through the mission is in compliance with U.S. export
controls and regulations;
<bullet> Certify that it has identified any matter pending before
any bureau or office in the Department of Commerce;
<bullet> Certify that it has identified any pending litigation
(including any administrative proceedings) to which it is a party that
involves the Department of Commerce; and
<bullet> Sign and submit an agreement that it and its affiliates
(1) have not and will not engage in the bribery of foreign officials in
connection with a company's/participant's involvement in this mission,
and (2) maintain and enforce a policy that prohibits the bribery of
foreign officials.
In the case of a trade association/organization, the applicant must
certify that each firm or service provider to be represented by the
association/organization can make the above certifications.
The Following Selection Criteria Will Be Used for the Mission
Targeted mission participants are U.S. firms, services providers
and organizations providing or promoting U.S. products and services
that have an interest in entering or expanding their business in the
mission's destination country. The following criteria will be evaluated
in selecting participants:
<bullet> Suitability of the applicant's (or in the case of an
organization, represented firm's or service provider's) products or
services to these markets;
<bullet> The applicant's (or in the case of an organization,
represented firm's or service provider's) potential for business
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in the markets, including likelihood of exports resulting from the
mission; and
<bullet> Consistency of the applicant's (or in the case of an
organization, represented firm's or service provider's) goals and
objectives with the stated scope of the mission.
Balance of applicants' size and location may also be considered
during the review process.
Referrals from a political party or partisan political group or any
information, including on the application, containing references to
political contributions or other partisan political activities will be
excluded from the application and will not be considered during the
selection process. The sender will be notified of these exclusions.
Trade Mission Participation Fees
If and when an applicant is selected to participate on a particular
mission, a payment to the Department of Commerce in the amount of the
designated participation fee below is required. Upon notification of
acceptance to participate, those selected have 5 business days to
submit payment or the acceptance may be revoked.
Participants selected for a trade mission will be expected to pay
for the cost of personal expenses, including, but not limited to,
international travel, lodging, meals, transportation, communication,
and incidentals, unless otherwise noted. Participants will, however, be
able to take advantage of U.S. Government rates for hotel rooms. In the
event that a mission is cancelled, no personal expenses paid in
anticipation of a mission will be reimbursed. However, participation
fees for a cancelled mission will be reimbursed to the extent they have
not already been expended in anticipation of the mission.
If a visa is required to travel on a particular mission, applying
for and obtaining such a visa will be the responsibility of the mission
participant. Government fees and processing expenses to obtain such a
visa are not included in the participation fee. However, the Department
of Commerce will provide instructions to each participant on the
procedures required to obtain business visas.
Trade Mission members participate in trade missions and undertake
mission-related travel at their own risk. The nature of the security
situation in a given foreign market at a given time cannot be
guaranteed. The U.S. Government does not make any representations or
guarantees as to the safety or security of participants. The U.S.
Department of State issues U.S. Government international travel alerts
and warnings for U.S. citizens available at <a href="https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/">https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/</a>. Any question
regarding insurance coverage must be resolved by the participant and
its insurer of choice.
Definition of Small- and Medium-Sized Enterprise
For purposes of assessing participation fees, an applicant is a
small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) if it qualifies as a ``small
business'' under the Small Business Administration's (SBA) size
standards (<a href="https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards">https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards</a>),
which vary by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS)
Code. The SBA Size Standards Tool [<a href="https://www.sba.gov/size-standards/">https://www.sba.gov/size-standards/</a>]
can help you determine the qualifications that apply to your company.
Important Note About the COVID-19 Pandemic
Travel and in-person activities are contingent upon the safety and
health conditions in the United States and the mission countries.
Should safety or health conditions not be appropriate for travel and/or
in-person activities, the Department will consider postponing the event
or offering a virtual program in lieu of an in-person agenda. In the
event of a postponement, the Department will notify the public and
applicants previously selected to participate in this mission will need
to confirm their availability but need not reapply. Should the decision
be made to organize a virtual program, the Department will adjust fees,
accordingly, prepare an agenda for virtual activities, and notify the
previous selected applicants with the option to opt-in to the new
virtual program.
Mission List: (additional information about trade missions can be
found at <a href="https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions">https://www.trade.gov/trade-missions</a>).
Indo Defense--Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission to Indonesia
Dates: October 31-November 4, 2022
Summary
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA) is organizing an Indo Defense--Aerospace and
Defense Trade Mission (IDADTM) to Indonesia from October 31-November 4,
2022. This trade mission will be done in conjunction with Indo Defense
Expo & Forum, which runs from November 2-5.
The IDADTM will include representatives from a variety of U.S.
aerospace and defense industry manufacturers and service providers.
This mission will involve combined activities connected to the Indo
Defense Expo and Forum as well as tailored programs for U.S. companies
seeking to identify and vet Indonesian partners. U.S. Original
Equipment Manufacturers and defense service providers will have a major
presence at the show which will be bolstered by participation in this
trade mission.
Delegates will benefit from the guidance and insights of ITA's
commercial teams working in these markets. The mission will introduce
U.S. firms to aerospace and defense stakeholders in the region and
assist U.S. companies in finding foreign business partners to export
their products and services to Indonesia.
Proposed Timetable
* Note: The final schedule and potential site visits will depend on
the availability of host government and business officials, specific
goals of mission participants, and ground transportation.
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Sunday, October 30, 2022..... [ssquf] Arrive in Jakarta.
Monday, October 31, 2022..... [ssquf] Welcoming Remarks &
Introductions.
[ssquf] Half day of briefing.
[ssquf] Travel to Bandung.
Tuesday, November 1, 2022.... [ssquf] Site visit to defense State-Owned
Enterprises manufacturing facilities in
Bandung, West Java.
[ssquf] Return to Jakarta.
Wednesday, November 2, 2022.. [ssquf] Full day of matchmaking.
[ssquf] Evening reception at the
Ambassador's residence.
Thursday, November 3, 2022... [ssquf] Indo Defense Expo & Forum
participation.
[ssquf] Show Time Business-to-Government
and Business-to-Business Meeting
Program.
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Friday, November 4, 2022..... [ssquf] Optional Indo Defense Expo Visit.
[ssquf] Program Concludes.
[ssquf] Return to U.S.
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Participation Requirements
All parties interested in participating in the trade mission must
complete and submit an application package for consideration by the
U.S. Department of Commerce. All applicants will be evaluated on their
ability to meet certain conditions and best satisfy the selection
criteria as outlined below. A minimum of 10 and a maximum of 15 firms
and/or trade associations/organizations will be selected to participate
in the mission from the applicant pool.
Fees and Expenses
After a firm or trade association/organization has been selected to
participate on the mission, a payment to the Department of Commerce in
the form of a participation fee is required. The participation fee for
the Indo Defense--Aerospace and Defense Trade Mission will be $3,100
for small or medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) \1\; and $4,500 for large
firms or trade associations/organizations. The fee for each additional
firm representative (large firm or SME/trade organization) is $1,000.
Expenses for travel, lodging, meals, and incidentals will be the
responsibility of each mission participant. Interpreter and driver
services can be arranged for additional cost. Delegation members will
be able to take advantage of U.S. Embassy rates for hotel rooms.
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\1\ For purposes of assessing participation fees, an applicant
is a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) if it qualifies under
the Small Business Administration's (SBA) size standards (<a href="https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards">https://www.sba.gov/document/support--table-size-standards</a>), which vary by
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code. The SBA
Size Standards Tool [<a href="https://www.sba.gov/size-standards/">https://www.sba.gov/size-standards/</a>] can help
you determine the qualifications that apply to your company.
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Timeframe for Recruitment and Applications
Mission recruitment will be conducted in an open and public manner,
including publication in the Federal Register, posting on the Commerce
Department trade mission calendar (<a href="http://export.gov/trademissions">http://export.gov/trademissions</a>) and
other internet websites, press releases to general and trade media,
direct mail, notices by industry trade associations/organizations and
other multiplier groups, and publicity at industry meetings, symposia,
conferences, and trade shows. Recruitment for the mission will begin
immediately and conclude no later than September 19, 2022. The U.S.
Department of Commerce will review applications and inform applicants
of selection decisions on a rolling basis. Applications received after
September 19, 2022 will be considered only if space and scheduling
constraints permit.
Contacts
Jason Sproule, Global Aerospace & Defense Team Leader, U.S. Export
Assistance Center, 444 Flower Street, 37th Floor, Los Angeles, CA
90071, Tel: (213) 894-8785, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#753f14061a1b5b2605071a0019103501071411105b121a03"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="4c062d3f2322621f3c3e233920290c383e2d2829622b233a">[email protected]</span></a>
Elliot Brewer, International Trade Specialist/Indonesia Desk Officer,
International Trade Administration, Washington, United States, Tel: +1
202 430 8025, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#98ddf4f4f1f7ececb6daeafdeffdead8eceaf9fcfdb6fff7ee"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="aaefc6c6c3c5dede84e8d8cfddcfd8eaded8cbcecf84cdc5dc">[email protected]</span></a>
Kyungsoo Kim, Global Asia Team Leader, U.S. Export Assistance Center,
77 W Jackson, Ste. 707, Chicago, IL 60604, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#0c477579626b7f6363224765614c787e6d6869226b637a"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="317a48445f56425e5e1f7a585c7145435055541f565e47">[email protected]</span></a>
Paul Taylor, Commercial Attach[eacute], Embassy of the United States of
America, Jl. Medan Merdeka Selatan No. 3, Jakarta 10110, Indonesia,
Tel: +62.21.5083-1000, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#5f2f3e2a33712b3e2633302d1f2b2d3e3b3a71383029"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="235342564f0d57425a4f4c516357514247460d444c55">[email protected]</span></a>
Kalung Riang, Commercial Specialist, Embassy of the United States of
America, Jl. Medan Merdeka Selatan No. 3, Jakarta 10110, Indonesia,
Tel. +62.21.5083-1618, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#783319140d161f562a1119161f380c0a191c1d561f170e"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="642f0508110a034a360d050a032410160500014a030b12">[email protected]</span></a>
David Nufrio, Deputy Director, International Trade Administration,
Washington, United States, Tel: +1 202 482 5175, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#0a4e6b7c636e24447f6c7863654a7e786b6e6f246d657c"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2d694c5b44490363584b5f44426d595f4c4948034a425b">[email protected]</span></a>
Andrey Piroozgar, International Trade Specialist, U.S. Export
Assistance Center, 77 W Jackson, Ste. 707, Chicago, IL 60604, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#05446b6177607c2b556c776a6a7f6264774571776461602b626a73"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c081aea4b2a5b9ee90a9b2afafbaa7a1b280b4b2a1a4a5eea7afb6">[email protected]</span></a>
Luke Yanos, International Trade Specialist, International Trade
Administration, Washington, United States, Tel: +1 202 308-0953, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#e0ac958b85ceb9818e8f93a09492818485ce878f96"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="92dee7f9f7bccbf3fcfde1d2e6e0f3f6f7bcf5fde4">[email protected]</span></a>
Gemal Brangman,
Director, ITA Events Management Task Force.
[FR Doc. 2022-14743 Filed 7-11-22; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3510-DR-P
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