Application Process
1. Complete online IN-STEP application
- Business Information
- Business Export History
- Proposed International Trade Activity Scope of Work and Budget
- Business Background Check – Submission of Required Support Documents
2. Email notice of approval shared by IN-STEP team
3. Submit required documents to proceed with State of Indiana contract process
- State of Indiana Vendor Forms
- Finalized scope of work
- Finalized budget sheet
4. Contract is executed and activity is officially eligible for reimbursement once activity has been completed
5. Reimbursement Process
- Following the completion of the approved trade activity, company must provide the following documents to the IEDC within 45 days of activity completion.
- Completed IN-STEP International Trade Support Reimbursement and Post-Program Survey (2 pages)
- Proof of payment documentation: formats can include itemized receipts, PAID invoices, certifications, bank statements, etc.
- If applicable, registration materials that confirms attendance and participation in approved activities.
- Failure to submit these items may result in the reimbursement being denied and prevent the company from receiving funds in the future.