Notice2023-18225
Announcement of Approved International Trade Administration Trade Mission
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August 24, 2023
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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.
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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 163 (Thursday, August 24, 2023)]
[Notices]
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From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [<a href="http://www.gpo.gov">www.gpo.gov</a>]
[FR Doc No: 2023-18225]
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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE
International Trade Administration
Announcement of 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.
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#81cbe4e7e7f3e4f8afcee5f4ecc1f5f3e0e5e4afe6eef7"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="f1bb949797839488dfbe95849cb18583909594df969e87">[email protected]</span></a>.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
This mission is:
Clean EDGE (Enhancing Development and Growth through Clean Energy)
and Environmental Technologies Business Development Mission to India--
March 4-11, 2024.
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.
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 that is adequate to allow the Department of Commerce
to evaluate their application. If the Department of Commerce receives
an incomplete application, the Department of Commerce 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 a particular 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 fifty-one percent U.S. content by value. In the case of a
trade association or organization, the applicant must certify that, for
each firm or service provider to be represented by
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the association/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.
A trade association/organization applicant must certify and agree
to the above for every company it seeks to represent on the mission. In
addition, each applicant must:
<bullet> Certify that the products and services that it wishes to
market through the mission would be 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 trade associations/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 a trade
association/organization, represented firm's or service provider's)
products or services to these markets;
<bullet> The applicant's (or in the case of a trade association/
organization, represented firm's or service provider's) potential for
business in the markets, including likelihood of exports resulting from
the mission; and
<bullet> Consistency of the applicant's (or in the case of a trade
association/organization, represented firm's or service provider's)
goals and objectives with the stated scope of the mission. Balance of
company 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. The
Department of Commerce will evaluate applications and inform applicants
of selection decisions on a rolling basis until the maximum number of
participants has been selected.
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.
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>).
Clean EDGE (Enhancing Development and Growth Through Clean Energy) and
Environmental Technologies Business Development Mission to India--March
4-11, 2024
Summary
The United States Department of Commerce, International Trade
Administration (ITA), is organizing an executive-led Clean EDGE and
Environmental Technologies Business Development Mission to India on
March 4-11, 2024, with stops in Delhi and Mumbai. In addition to these
stops, mission participants can select an optional additional stop in
Hyderabad or Chennai. The additional optional stops will not be
executive led.
The trade mission will support the U.S. vision to grow sustainable
and secure clean energy markets in India by promoting U.S. exports and
removing trade barriers. This trade mission will accelerate the
adoption and deployment of energy and environmental solutions, helping
India to meet its climate commitments. The trade mission builds on U.S.
Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo's March 2023 trip to India to co-
lead the U.S.-India Commercial Dialogue. This mission also supports
ITA's ongoing efforts to strengthen the U.S.-India Comprehensive Global
Strategic Partnership, develop inclusive and fair trade and investment
policies, and leverage the interests of the private sector in pursuing
new market opportunities that advance prosperity in both countries. The
mission builds on several existing energy and environmental technology
programs and events, including those organized under the Department of
Commerce-led Clean EDGE U.S.-India Energy Industry Network.
Mission participants will have the opportunity to participate in
meetings with key Indian decision makers to discuss how to foster
policies, regulations, and financial investments that support the
development of sustainable, secure, and clean energy markets,
supporting the protection of human health and the environment. Mission
participants will network with Indian national and state government
officials, be introduced to prospective business partners, and
facilitate discussions on best practices in their areas of technical
expertise. Participants will gain market insights, make industry
contacts, solidify business strategies, discuss enabling policies, and
advance specific projects with the primary goal of increasing U.S.
exports of clean energy and environmental technologies, products, and
services to India. The mission will include customized one-on-one
business matchmaking appointments and networking events. Participation
in the trade mission will be open to energy sector and environmental
technology businesses meeting the prerequisites for participation
outlined in the Conditions of Participation below.
Following the mission, participants may want to take advantage of
the India Smart Utility Week trade show held in Delhi on March 12-16,
2024. India Smart Utility Week is a major international event on smart
grids, electric mobility, and smart cities. The trade show includes
international participation from policy makers, regulators, and the
private sector. Representatives from more than 50 countries have
participated in previous years. The India Smart Utility Week trade show
is not a part of the mission nor a Department of Commerce event.
Best Prospects
The below list, while not exhaustive, identifies key products,
services, and technologies that would be an appropriate fit for the
trade mission. ITA is committed to assembling a trade mission
delegation that is representative
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of a broad range of energy and environmental technology sectors, with
an emphasis on sectors that advance clean and sustainable energy and
environment goals.
<bullet> Renewable power generation (solar, offshore wind, green
hydrogen, etc.)
<bullet> Carbon abatement technologies for thermal power generation,
including Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) technologies
<bullet> Energy efficiency technologies specific to the energy and
environmental technologies sectors
<bullet> Distributed energy resources
<bullet> Microgrids
<bullet> Transmission and Distribution (T&D) equipment
<bullet> Smart grid information communications technologies and
services
<bullet> Distribution automation/substation automation
<bullet> Energy storage technologies
<bullet> Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems
<bullet> Energy cybersecurity software and services
<bullet> Engineering, procurement, and construction for energy and
environment-related infrastructure projects
<bullet> Energy management systems
<bullet> Air pollution monitoring and control technologies
<bullet> Water and wastewater management systems
<bullet> Waste-to-energy equipment
Other Products and Services
Applications from companies exporting products or services within
the scope of this mission, but not specifically identified, will be
considered and evaluated by the U.S. Department of Commerce. Companies
whose products or services do not fit the scope of the mission may
contact their local U.S. Commercial Service office to learn about other
business development missions and services that may provide more
targeted export opportunities. Companies may visit <a href="https://www.trade.gov/contact-us">https://www.trade.gov/contact-us</a> to obtain such information. This information
also may be found on the website: <a href="https://www.trade.gov/">https://www.trade.gov/</a>.
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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Monday, March 4, 2024............. <bullet> All Trade Mission
Participants Arrive in DELHI.
Tuesday, March 5, 2024............ <bullet> Official Trade Mission
Program Commences.
<bullet> DELHI (Full Day Sessions).
<bullet> Networking Reception.
Wednesday, March 6, 2024.......... <bullet> DELHI (Full Day Sessions).
<bullet> Travel to MUMBAI (Evening).
Thursday, March 7, 2024........... <bullet> MUMBAI (Full Day Sessions).
<bullet> Networking Reception.
Friday, March 8, 2024............. <bullet> MUMBAI (Full Day Sessions).
<bullet> Official Trade Mission
Concludes.
Saturday, March 9, 2024........... <bullet> Companies participating in
Spinoffs travel to next stop.
Sunday, March 10, 2024............ <bullet> Opportunities for Tourism.
<bullet> Companies participating in
Spinoffs travel to next stop.
Monday, March 11, 2024............ <bullet> SPINOFFS: HYDERABAD or
CHENNAI (Full Day Sessions).
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Participation Requirements
Applicants must sign and submit a completed trade mission
application form and satisfy all the conditions of participation to be
eligible for consideration. ITA plans to select a minimum of 15 and a
maximum of 20 firms to participate in the official trade mission
program. Business-to-business meetings will be offered and will include
a total of 5-7 meetings in Delhi and Mumbai. A maximum number of
companies has been set for each of the spinoff programs: Hyderabad-
three company maximum; Chennai-ten company maximum.
Fees and Expenses
After a firm or trade association has been selected to participate
in the mission, a payment to the Department of Commerce in the form of
a participation fee is required. The participation fee for the Business
Development Mission will be $4,093 for small or medium-sized
enterprises (SME) and $6,276 for large firms. The fee for the
additional program in Hyderabad is $950 for SMEs and $3,400 for large
firms; the fee for the optional program in Chennai is $1,315 for SMEs
and $1,818 for large firms or trade associations. The fee for each
additional firm representative (large firm or SME) is $1000. Meetings
will be conducted in English and ground transportation to meetings will
be provided for delegation participants. Personal interpreters and
driver services can be arranged for additional cost.
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 https://travel.state.gov/
content/
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passports/en/alertswarnings.html. Any question regarding insurance
coverage must be resolved by the participant and its insurer of choice.
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
previously selected applicants with the option to opt-in to the new
virtual program.
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
Department of Commerce 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
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 October 20, 2023.
The Department of Commerce will review applications and inform
applicants of selection decisions in two tranches. The first
recruitment deadline will end on September 15, 2023. At most eight
companies will be approved during the first recruitment deadline. The
second deadline will be on October 20, 2023. Applicants from the first
tranche that were not one of the eight approved companies will be
considered in the second tranche. Applications received after October
20, 2023, will be considered only if space and scheduling constraints
permit.
Contacts
Matthew Eiss, International Trade Specialist, Office of South Asia,
Phone: +1-202-893-1470, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#3e735f4a4a565b49107b574d4d7e4a4c5f5a5b10595148"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="04496570706c61732a416d77774470766560612a636b72">[email protected]</span></a>
Frances Selema (Recruitment Lead), Global Asia Team Leader, U.S.
Commercial Service--Greensboro, Phone: +1-919-695-6366, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b9ffcbd8d7dadcca97eadcd5dcd4d8f9cdcbd8dddc97ded6cf"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="c482b6a5aaa7a1b7ea97a1a8a1a9a584b0b6a5a0a1eaa3abb2">[email protected]</span></a>
Victoria Yue, Senior Climate Trade Policy Specialist, Office of Energy
and Environmental Industries, Phone: +1-202-482-3492, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#b0e6d9d3c4dfc2d9d19ee9c5d5f0c4c2d1d4d59ed7dfc6"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="3f69565c4b504d565e11664a5a7f4b4d5e5b5a11585049">[email protected]</span></a>
Debra Martin, Commercial Officer, U.S. Embassy in India--New Delhi,
Phone: +91-11-2347-2192, Email: <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#f0b495928291debd918284999eb08482919495de979f86"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="d397b6b1a1b2fd9eb2a1a7babd93a7a1b2b7b6fdb4bca5">[email protected]</span></a>
Haisum Shah, Senior International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial
Service--Portland, Oregon, Phone: +1-503-347-1708, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#1058717963657d3e437871785064627174753e777f66"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="2d654c445e5840037e454c456d595f4c4948034a425b">[email protected]</span></a>
Danielle Caltabiano, Global Energy Team Leader, U.S. Commercial
Service--Houston, Phone: +1-281-228-5655, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#4400252a2d212828216a0725283025262d252a2b0430362520216a232b32"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="fcb89d929599909099d2bf9d90889d9e959d9293bc888e9d9899d29b938a">[email protected]</span></a>
Elizabeth Laxague, Global Environmental Technologies Team Leader, U.S.
Commercial Service--Seattle, Phone: +1-206-406-8903, Email:
<a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#dd98b1b4a7bcbfb8a9b5f391bca5bcbaa8b89da9afbcb9b8f3bab2ab"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="17527b7e6d767572637f395b766f7670627257636576737239707861">[email protected]</span></a>
Gemal Brangman,
Director, Trade Events Management Task Force.
[FR Doc. 2023-18225 Filed 8-23-23; 8:45 am]
BILLING CODE 3510-DR-P
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