Small Business Resources
Certificates of Origin
Do you need to get a CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN for your business? Certain nations require a signed statement as to the origin of the export item. Such certificates can be obtained through the Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce. A certificate may be required even though the commercial invoice contains the information.
Learn more about international sales and exporting:
Exporting is essential to the health of the U.S. economy. Exports support over 11 million jobs in the United States, which pay 15% more than the U.S. average, and international sales have contributed to nearly 30% of domestic economic growth in recent years. But this success is not limited to large corporations; the number of American businesses sending their goods and services overseas has tripled since 1990, with a full two thirds of that boom coming from companies with fewer than 20 employees. It's become a necessity for any business to export, and those that don't are 9% more likely to fail in any given year than comparable firms that do.
International Trade Programs & Services:
Exporting Guides:
State Government Resources:
- State of New Mexico Portal
One-stop resource for information regarding NM, including public services provided throughout the state and contacts for government agencies.
- New Mexico Office of the Governor
One-stop resource for information regarding the Governor, Lt. Governor, policy priorities, press releases, and constituent services
- New Mexico State Legislature
Resource for information regarding legislative agendas and action, NM statutes, legislators, and legislative committees
- NM Department of Taxation & Revenue
State government agency responsible for administering and enforcing NM's tax revenue laws and vehicle & driver licensing
City/County Government Resources:
- City of Albuquerque
Provides public services to the communities within Albuquerque city limits
- City of Rio Rancho
Provides public services to the communities within Rio Rancho city limits
- Bernalillo County
Provides public services to the communities of Albuquerque, Corrales, Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, and Tijeras
- Sandoval County
Provides public services to the communities of Bernalillo, Cuba, Jemez Springs, Rio Rancho, and San Ysidro
- Valencia County
Provides public services to the communities of Belen, Los Lunas, and Bosque Farms
- Mid-Region Council of Governments
Association of local governments within Bernalillo, Sandoval, Torrance, and Valencia counties which provide a forum for local elected officials to work cooperatively in areas of mutual interest
Additional Resources:
Business Licenses
Albuquerque City Treasurer’s Office
(505) 768-4611 or (505) 768-3379
NM Secretary of State
(505) 827-3600
Federal ID Number
Internal Revenue Service
(800) 829-1040
State Taxes
NM Taxation & Revenue Department
(505) 827-0946
Tax Forms
www.state.nm.us/tax/trd_form.htm
Environmental Regulations
NM Environmental Department
(505) 827-2855
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(214) 665-6444
Building Codes, Permits and Zoning
City of Albuquerque Planning Dept.
Codes – (505) 924-3955
Permits – (505) 924-3963
Zoning – (505) 924-3850
Employee Issues
Social Security Administration
(800) 772-1213
IRS (Federal Withholding)
(800) 829-1040 NM Department of Workforce Solutions
(505) 841-8576
Worker’s Compensation Administration
(505) 841-6000
www.state.nm.us/wca
OSHA
(505) 827-4230
Immigration & Naturalization Service
(505) 248-7351
Patents and Trademarks
U.S. Patent & Trademark Office
(800) 786-9199
New Mexico 9000 Program
The New Mexico 9000 Program was developed to assist businesses become ISO 9001:2008 and AS9100 Compliant. ISO 9001:2008 is a series of Quality Management Standards, with the emphasis on Management, which is recognized in over 160 countries. ISO 9000 Certification is a requirement by most major U.S. companies, Mexico, Canada, Europe, Asia, and U.S. government agencies (DOD, NNSA, & NASA) for those wishing to do business with them. This requirement is being passed down to second and third tier suppliers, supply chain. ISO 9001:2008 reflects modern management approaches to improve organizational performance. The Standard is based on eight management principles that reflect best management practices.
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Copyrights
U.S. Copyright Office
(202) 707-3000
General Business Assistance
SBA Minority Enterprise Development 8(a) Program -
NM District Office
(505) 346-7909
Small and Disadvantaged Business Certification
Service Corps of Retired Executives (S.C.O.R.E)
(505) 272-7999
ACCION New Mexico
(505) 243-8844
WESST Corp.
(505) 241-4753
Financial Assistance
NM Community Development Loan Fund
(505) 243-3196