Federal Register #2026-12507

ITA Revises User Fees and Expands Export & Investment Promotion Services

The International Trade Administration (ITA), part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is revising its user fee schedule for export and investment promotion services and events to ensure full cost recovery and introduce new offerings. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Commerce, International Trade Administration (ITA), U.S. & Foreign Commercial Service, Office of Strategy & Engagement - OEMs and Vendors: - No commercial OEMs or vendors are involved; all services are provided directly by ITA - Products/Services Requested: - Wide range of export and investment promotion services, including: - Business Service Provider Listings - Trade Missions and Certified Trade Missions - Conferences, Seminars, and Webinars - Contact Lists and Customized Market Research - Featured U.S. Exporter Reports - Gold Key Service (matchmaking and business appointments) - International Company Profiles (full and partial) - International Partner Search (with and without virtual introductions) - Trade Show Representation and Trade Events - Website Globalization - Facilitated Investment Missions (Roadshows) - Rural Export Center (REC) services (Matrix, One Country Report, Potential Partner List, REC Check) - Trade Event Partnership Program (TEPP) and Trade Event Menu of Services (TEMS), including digital promotion, B2B matchmaking, market briefings, and customized solutions - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Fees are structured to recover the full cost of service delivery, excluding direct costs (e.g., translation, transportation, venue rental), which must be paid separately by clients - New services and programs are being introduced, such as expanded Rural Export Center offerings and enhanced trade event support - ITA is seeking public comments on the revised fee schedule and new services - Services are primarily targeted at U.S. companies (especially small and medium-sized businesses) and U.S. economic development organizations

Description

The International Trade Administration (ITA) is implementing new user fees for its export and investment promotion services/events to comply with OMB Circular A-25, which requires agencies to fully recover their costs when providing services. An independent cost study found that ITA was not fully covering its costs under the current fee structure. The notice details revisions to the User Fee Schedule originally published on July 1, 2018, and introduces new services and programs. ITA is seeking public comments on the revised fee schedule and related topics. The revised fees will be implemented on July 22, 2026.

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