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DVIRC is an affiliate Center under the Department of Commerce’s NIST / MEP (Manufacturing Extension Partnership) program to support U.S. manufacturers. This national network includes 51 centers located throughout the U.S.

The MEP National Network (MEPNN) includes over 1,500 experts serving some 300,000 manufacturers, and we help you leverage this complimentary resource in two ways:

  1. Respond to requests for suppliers – business opportunities.
  2. Submit a request for a supplier and supplies you need to succeed.

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Opportunities

Propane-operated thermoelectric generator - 2024-077

A company in Washington is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Propane-operated thermoelectric generator #2024-077 Looking for a MADE IN USA Propane-operated Thermoelectric Generator equivalent to Global Power Technologies' Model P-5050 (made in Canada). Key features: Automatic Spark Ignition (SI), Automatic Fuel Shut-Off (SO), Fuel Filter, Low Voltage Alarm Contacts (VSR), Reverse Current Protection, API 12N Flame Arrestor (Natural Gas Only), Certified to CSA Std. T.I.L. R-10; CE.

Reason
BABA

Volume
1 each. to include pole mount as this unit will be mounted outside.

Pricing
$15,000.00

Timing
8/31/2024

Location
Washington


Submission Due Date: April 24, 2024

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Wheelchair Brake - 2024-073

A company in Idaho is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Wheelchair Brake #2024-073
This product, Wheelchair Brake Machined/Anodized Components, is an aluminum wheelchair brake to be added to existing wheelchairs to replace OEM brakes.
1. Mount Rod - Attaches the brake system to the clamp on the wheelchair. Aluminum machined with lathe and mill. Request for anodizing in black.
2. Brake Mount Plate - Attaches to mount rod and acts as stationary pivot points for levered brake. Aluminum machined anodized black.

Reason
New Product Startup

Volume
Request for quotes at 200, 1000, 2000 sets.

Pricing
$3.00 per piece.

Timing
3-4 months

Location
Boise, Idaho, United States


Submission Due Date: April 26, 2024

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Spindle Shaft - 2024-054

A company in Pennsylvania is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Spindle Shaft #2024-054
Spindle Shaft that will be used to rotate a drum. Need completed unit. The end customer will pay for the tooling.

Reason
Past supplier no longer available

Volume
800,000 per year

Pricing
Looking for realistic quotes based on drawings and potential volume.

Timing
Looking to start production within 12 months

Location
York, PA


Submission Due Date: April 28, 2024

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Energy Recovery Mechanical System - 2024-081

A company in Colorado is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Energy Recovery Mechanical System#2024-081 For the construction of the new Energy and Minerals Research Facility (EMRF) for the U. S. Geological Survey (USGS) at the Colorado School of Mines (Mines), 1000 18th Street, Golden, Colorado 80401, provide a packaged ultra-high performance energy recovery mechanical system (ERS) delivered to the EMRF construction site. This project is federally funded by the President Joe Biden's Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law (BIL). Therefore, the material used for construction is required to be compliant with the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA).
This NIST MEP Supplier Report seeks a BABAA compliant ERS that meets or exceeds the basis of design. The basis of design is a Konvekta Energy Recovery Mechanical System (ERS) described herein (including additional information).
The basis of design ERS system meets or exceeds the design requirements including the strict technical requirements, maximum size requirements, maximum delivery schedule, and the maximum cost parameters enclosed. See also the requirements stated in the enclosed specifications, drawings, dimension and performance requirements, and other documents including warranty requirements. Packaged ERS system and associated components and accessories include the following:
1. Coils
2. Pumps
3. Automatic Control Valves
4. Ball and Butterfly Valves
5. Air and Dirt Separator
6. Diaphragm-Type Expansion Tanks
7. Brazed Plate Heat Exchangers
8. Non-Slam Check Valves
9. Combination Pressure and Temperature Relief Valves
10. Electronic Flow Sensors
11. Electronic Temperature Sensors
12. Electronic Pressure Sensors and Transmitters
13. Programmable Logic Control Hardware and Software to operate and
optimize system

Reason
BABA

Volume
Limited to one set of equipment.

Pricing
Maximum total costs shall be $2,135,000 including shipping, startup services including commissioning and coordinating the ERS with Building Automation System, and required minimum manufacturer's warranty (see specifications). Costs also include providing approved submittal paperwork required in the specifications.

Timing
Delivery schedule shall be no later than 3:00 PM (local time) October 31, 2025 for the manufacturer, packaging, and transportation of the ERS. If the schedule is for the delivery of the ERS to be on any date prior to listed above, this placement date will need to be coordinated with the general contractor. No storage fees will be allowed for the time between the manufacturing date and the delivery date. Submittal approval due date shall be no later than 3:00 PM (local time), December 20, 2024.

Location
Golden, Colorado 80401


Submission Due Date: May 1, 2024

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Quoins - 2024-078

A company in Vermont is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Quoins #2024-078
Looking for someone to be able to make the quoins as described in the attached drawing. This is for a Lock system, construction that needs to be in place for the boating season.

Reason
Past supplier no longer available

Volume
4 pieces

Pricing
Based on availability

Timing
April 2024 

Location
Vermont


Submission Due Date: May 3, 2024

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Plastic Syrup Jug Packaging - 2024-082

A company in Alaska is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Plastic Syrup Jug Packaging #2024-082 Plastic container for birch syrup; 2 sizes: 8.4oz plastic jug and 3.4oz jug Client is open to alternative packaging options, as long as the sizes are similar and able to heat-fill.

Reason
2nd Supplier

Volume
3,000 per size, per order

Pricing
<0.75

Timing
Summer 2024

Location
Wasilla, Alaska


Submission Due Date: May 10, 2024

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Silicone Hose Reducer - 2024-083

A company in Washington is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Silicone Hose Reducer #2024-083 Marine silicone hose reducer - 3 1/4" dia. 3 1/4" dia. x 2 1/2 tall. Silicone material should withstand -25 to +425 degrees Fahrenheit. Drawing available upon request

Reason
New product startup

Volume
10,000-15,000 parts per year

Pricing
N/A

Timing
As Available 

Location
Washington State


Submission Due Date: May 10, 2024

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Deburring File - 2024-084

A company in Washington is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Deburring File #2024-084 Looking for a manufacturer who could modify deburring file per spec. Client wants the supplier to purchase the files, modify the files as indicated below, and forward to the client. Client needs to purchase the files only, no bolts

Reason
2nd Supplier

Volume
2000 units per year until client stops requiring.

Pricing
$17-$20 per file

Timing
ASAP

Location
Washington State


Submission Due Date: May 10, 2024

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Epoxy Bottle-Cap Adaptor - 2024-074

A company in Nebraska is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Epoxy Bottle-Cap Adaptor #2024-074
This epoxy adaptor is a mold that fits the grooves of a bottle cap during automated final assembly of pharmaceutical end product packaging. The adaptor is made to fit a socket which attaches to a torque wrench and the cap/ lids are then torqued to a required specification per container. The adaptor that fits over the cap is removed after sealing-twisting-torquing said cap as the bottle containers move down the line, and with each bottle-cap, the mold is reapplied and torqued, then onto the next one and so forth. Please see pictures included for a visual representation of this description and size.

Reason
2nd Supplier

Volume
Initial quantify of 12 ~prototypes to test against assembly equipment and quality requirements. If successful, could be on the order of thousands of units

Pricing
To be determined based on supplier costs/ materials used and the life of the this adaptor product.

Timing
The prototype(s) are needed as soon as possible as potential supply chain delays with current provider could significantly impact current production and manufacturing lines for the company. The company is open to testing multiple options/models.

Location
Lincoln, NE


Submission Due Date: May 26, 2024

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 Soda Lime Float Glass - 2024-085

A company in Delaware is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Soda Lime Float Glass #2024-085 Soda Lime Float Glass - The manufacturing process for soda–lime float glass (used in windows) consists in melting the raw materials in a glass furnace at temperatures locally up to 1675 °C.

Reason
2nd Supplier

Volume
200,000 to 500,000 sheets per year

Pricing
$0.30 per sheet (negotiable)

Timing
4 months from now.

Location
Wilmington, DE


Submission Due Date: June 9, 2024

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Fans for fan coils - 2024-030

A company in South Carolina is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Fans for fan coils #2024-030
These items are intended to be used for residential and commercial appliances. We are looking for radial fans and fan coils.

Reason
BABA

Volume
Currently about 2500 units/year

Pricing
About $90/unit

Timing
Immediate

Location
Anderson, South Carolina


Submission Due Date: February 6, 2025

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If you know of a supplier that may be able to support this opportunity, please reach out to Teri Grumbrecht at tgrumbrecht@dvirc.org .

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