MEP Pilot Program Teaming Partner Submissions

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) recently issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) announcing a competitive pilot program through the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). With an expected commitment of approximately $20 million per pilot project over two years, the initiative will help drive productivity gains that improve America's standing in global economic competitiveness and national security.

While submissions are limited to current MEP Centers or a consortium of Centers, the pilot’s success requires collaboration across the entire manufacturing lifecycle. This includes collaboration among industry, educational institutions, NIST and other federal laboratories, and state and local government partners before the expected announcement of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) later in 2026.

Below is a public list of teaming partners seeking to connect with potential MEP Center applicants or other entities. This list can be downloaded with the button below the table and will continue to be updated as new submissions are received.

Disclaimer: By enabling this list, MEP is not endorsing, sponsoring, or otherwise evaluating the qualifications of the entities that are self-identifying for placement on the list. MEP will not pay for the provision of any information, nor will it compensate or preference any entity for the development of such information. Participation in the list is voluntary and does not bear any relation to, substitute, or replace the application requirements described in any MEP Notice of Funding Opportunity.

Questions? Contact mfg [at] nist.gov (subject: Teaming%20Partner%20List) (mfg[at]nist[dot]gov).