Notice of Funds Availability - Quality Samples Program
QSP is designed to encourage the development and expansion of export markets for U. S. agricultural commodities by assisting U. S. entities in providing commodity samples to potential foreign importers to promote a better understanding and appreciation for the high quality of U. S. agricultural
commodities.
QSP participants will be responsible for procuring (or arranging for the procurement of) commodity samples, exporting the samples, and providing the on-site technical assistance necessary to facilitate successful use of the samples by importers.
Participants that are funded under this announcement may seek reimbursement from QSP for the sample purchase price, the cost of transporting the samples domestically to the port of export, and then to the foreign port or point of entry.
Transportation costs from the foreign port or point of entry to the final destination will not be eligible for reimbursement.
CCC will not reimburse the costs incidental to purchasing and transporting samples, for example, inspection or documentation fees.
Although providing technical assistance is required for all projects, QSP will not reimburse the costs of providing technical assistance.
A QSP participant will be reimbursed after CCC reviews its reimbursement claim and determines that the claim is complete.
QSP participants will be responsible for procuring (or arranging for the procurement of) commodity samples, exporting the samples, and providing the on-site technical assistance necessary to facilitate successful use of the samples by importers.
Participants that are funded under this announcement may seek reimbursement from QSP for the sample purchase price, the cost of transporting the samples domestically to the port of export, and then to the foreign port or point of entry.
Transportation costs from the foreign port or point of entry to the final destination will not be eligible for reimbursement.
CCC will not reimburse the costs incidental to purchasing and transporting samples, for example, inspection or documentation fees.
Although providing technical assistance is required for all projects, QSP will not reimburse the costs of providing technical assistance.
A QSP participant will be reimbursed after CCC reviews its reimbursement claim and determines that the claim is complete.
Obtain Full Opportunity Text:
Market Development Programs
Additional Information of Eligibility:
Any United States private or government entity with a demonstrated role or interest in exporting U. S. agricultural commodities may apply to the program.
Government organizations consist of Federal, State, and local agencies.
Private organizations include non-profit trade associations, universities, agricultural cooperatives, state regional trade groups, and profit- making entities.
Full Opportunity Web Address:
http://www.fas.usda.gov/programs.asp
Contact:
ELAINE PROTZMANPROGRAM ANALYSTPhone 202-720-5588
Agency Email Description:
Elaine Protzman
Agency Email:
elaine.protzman@fas.usda.gov
Date Posted:
2012-04-30
Application Due Date:
2012-05-23
Archive Date:
2012-05-24
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