MO STEP=UP

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.

MO STEP=UP Guidelines

Application Check list:

1. Marketing Activity
   1. Completed Application
   2. Export Plan (if required)
2. Supporting Documents
   1. Executed Disclosure and Confidentiality Agreement (DCA) Form
   2. SBA Self-Representation Form
   3. SBA Debarment Certification Form
   4. MissouriBuys
   5. Sign and Return Certificate of Statement (Original Signature Page)
   6. E-Verify Memorandum
   7. Fly America Document
3. Additional Documentation required after activity takes place
   1. Receipts
   2. Tax Clearance
   3. Invoice
   4. Client Impact Statement