HOW TO DO BUSINESS WITH FIRE, INC. NATIONALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY
The Organization Shall:
 Submit a formal request on an official company letterhead and clearly communicate the organization’s intent to do business with FIRE, Inc.
- The person directly responsible for the request must submit a Bio with photo and three credible character references.
- Be a legally incorporated entity in the Country of Origin and submit a certified true copy of this document. FIRE, Inc. will verify the authenticity of this certification.
- Be registered with the State or Province or equivalent entity and submit a certified true copy of this document. FIRE, Inc. will verify the authenticity of this registration.
- Preferably be a member of a Chamber of Commerce, or Trade organization. This is not mandatory, but would help establish organizational credibility.
- Have proof of business insurance or demonstrate financial solvency. This will be assessed periodically especially when the entity requests highly technical consulting services.
- FIRE, Inc. may on occasion work closely with an organization who desires to obtain consultation and training at our headquarters in the USA. Prior to approval of such mentoring relationship, the applying organization shall demonstrate Financial Solvency to FIRE, Inc. prior to going to the US Embassy for interview. This is a condition that shall be met prior to a sponsorship letter being issued by FIRE, Inc. FIRE, Inc. is not responsible for airfares, visa fees, airline tickets and accommodation; neither can FIRE, Inc. guarantee that a visa will be issued. The burden of proof of US Immigration law 214b must be solely met by the applicant. Be aware that this service is extremely time consuming for FIRE, Inc. and involves major expenses such as courier, administrative, international/local calls and faxes that will be billed to your organization.
- Submit proof of 3 other business references of persons in an influential position, without a criminal background, which will be verified. Further information may be asked for at anytime; therefore, be prepared.
- If not posted on your website, provide a reliable listing with contact information on all Members of the Board of Directors. Beware of placing family members on the Board of Directors. It is a very bad business practice and opens the floodgates for fraud and other undesirable practices and will not be looked upon favorably by FIRE, Inc.
- If your banking institution is associated with fraudulent practices, this is viewed as a red flag not to do business with you since this may affect payment for services rendered.
- Be of good repute without a criminal or fraud record.
- FIRE, Inc. country representative will interview you and verify all references and documents submitted to ensure the accuracy of your representations and legitimacy of your operations.
- All information submitted is subject to verification with your country’s embassy or consulate.
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Once all conditions are fully met and verifications are successfully completed a Memorandum of Understanding may be initiated.
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