Haiti’s Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MCI) has opened a national call for expressions of interest for private developers and organizations to submit proposals for new Micro Industrial Park (MIP) projects, as a core component of the country’s ongoing Integrated Business Development Program (PIDE).
The initiative is designed to catalyze private-sector led industrial growth across Haiti, with the Haitian government limiting its role to enabling economic activity and protecting the interests of all project stakeholders — all selected MIPs will operate under full private management. Eligible participants include private institutions, for-profit organizations and independent project promoters that meet the ministry’s outlined eligibility criteria, with a submission deadline set for July 14, 2026. All application materials, including a full viable project business plan and official company legal documentation, must be submitted via email to servicemicroparc@mci.gouv.ht.
The MCI is specifically seeking projects focused on four key priority sectors that align with the country’s long-term economic development goals: agribusiness; wood and textile manufacturing; industrial services, with a focus on general and precision mechanics; and applied biotechnological research.
To support successful applicants in bringing their projects to fruition, the government is offering a comprehensive package of technical and financial incentives tailored to address common barriers to industrial development in emerging markets. Key benefits include targeted technical assistance for pre-feasibility and full feasibility studies, guidance and support in securing third-party project financing, direct capital funding for industrial equipment, building construction and core infrastructure, specialized training programs for local technicians and industry-specific staff, support navigating the patent and operating license application process, access to nearby basic public and private services, national and international marketing and promotion support, and guidance to help operations meet international production and quality standards.
Notably, MIPs designated as Multi-Production Investment zones will be classified as special customs territories, meaning all companies operating within these parks will qualify for additional tax and business incentives outlined in Haiti’s national Investment Code.
To be considered for selection, applicants must meet a series of baseline eligibility requirements. Promoters must operate as a private institution or for-profit organization with a minimum of three years of active industry experience, propose projects that leverage the unique economic and geographic potential of their proposed location, deliver high-value-added employment opportunities for local workers, and be led by teams with proven expertise and experience in their target sector. Additional evaluation criteria include confirmed land availability and accessible, high-quality project locations, demonstrated potential to attract complementary businesses to the area, a verifiable personal financial contribution from the project promoter, clear identification of target markets and secured supply chains, confirmed project profitability for producers, measurable positive environmental and social impact, meaningful integration with local producer networks, and meaningful inclusion of women in project leadership and operations.
Selected projects will receive targeted financial support to cover the cost of acquiring and assembling required industrial materials and equipment. The MCI has confirmed that only shortlisted, selected proposals will receive support through the PIDE program, following a full review of all submitted applications.