International Landing Zone RFP
Supports international aerospace and defense firms in Michigan through local office and market-entry backing.
The Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) issued a 2026 Request for Proposals soliciting applications from Local Economic Development Organizations (LEDOs) to establish regional International Landing Zone sites across Michigan. The program is designed to connect international defense and aerospace companies to Michigan's industrial ecosystem by creating temporary, short-term office infr…
Funds Local Economic Development Organizations to establish regional temporary office sites in Michigan supporting international defense and aerospace companies conducting market exploration and stakeholder connectivity.
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