State Trade Expansion Program 2026-001

SBA Posted SB-OITST-26-001

Description

The underlying premise of STEP is to supplement non-federal entities’ (as defined in Section 3.1) funds for export activities, not to substitute federal funds to cover costs.

Eligibility

i. The organizational structure of the state’s designated international trade arm must show an official agency relationship with state government, and the state must provide financial backing in meeting the required match amount and show support for program activities
Funding Details
Award Floor
$100,000.00
Award Ceiling
$900,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
Not specified
Expected Awards
52
Key Dates
Posted
July 9, 2026
Closes
August 10, 2026 9d
Archive Date
September 9, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
Small Business Administration
Agency Code
SBA
Funding Instrument
Other