Scouting Opportunities

Current MEP National Network™ Open Scouting Opportunities

Companies interested in being match with a current open opportunity follow the directions below:

  1. Review the below current scouting opportunities from around the country and Puerto Rico.
  2. If there is an opportunity you are interested in responding to, email your information to scouting@impactwashington.org. Be sure to include the following information in your email
  • Company Name
  • Primary Contact
  • Title 
  • Phone
  • Email 
  • Linkedin 
  • Website
  • Address 
  • Services / Capabilities
  • Please note one of the pick one of the following options: 
    • We currently produce this exact item,
    • We currently manufacturer a similar item,
    • We have produced this item in the past and could produce it again,
    • We possess the capabilities to product this item.
    • We can product this item with minimal retooling

Your information will be submitted to NIST MEP to be delivered to the company seeking a supplier. If there is a match, they will contact you directly.

Current Open Opportunities

 

[CONDUIT] Interduct, 2" and 4" - NEW

  • [CONDUIT] 2 Items in this grouping. ITEM 1: INNERDUCT, 2", SDR11, SMOOTH, ORG/ORG, OPTION:(18 GAUGE) ,REEL 90X46X42,OD:2.375,ID 2.021 WALL THK:0.164, PREINSTALLED 1/4"POLY ROPE, (2500FT/RL), MFG# 200T110WP1250 ITEM 2: INNERDUCT, 4", SINGLE SMOOTH WALL SDR 13.5, #2500 POLYESTER TAPE WITH TRACER, ORANGE/ORANGE, MFG# 400SD135SSDT250OR
  • ITEM 1, OEM# 200T110WP1250, Last Supplier: Graybar, TVC, NCTC; Last Manufacturer: Duraline ITEM 2, OEM# 400SD135SSDT250OR, Last Supplier: TVC; Last Manufacturer: Duraline
  • BABA compliant
  • ITEM 1: 12,323 needed ITEM 2: 898 needed
  • Posted: 5/15/2024; Closes: 06/05/2024

[CONDUIT; PVC Coupler] Coupling, 4" - NEW

  • COUPLING, 4", PVC, LONG, RIGID, MFG# 6202010
  • Last Supplier: Graybar,TVC, OEM# 6202010; Last manufacturer: Cantex
  • BABA compliant
  • 12 needed
  • Posted: 05/15/2024; Closes: 06/05/2024

[HARDWARE] Anchor Rod and Cross Plate - NEW

  • [HARDWARE] 2 items in this grouping ITEM 1: HUBBELL - ANCHOR, CROSS PLATE, 24 in. Hole, 400 in. sq Area, 1 in. Rod, Steel ITEM 2: HUBBELL - ANCHOR, ROD 1-IN X 8-FT TWINEYE
  • ITEM 1 Last supplier Graybar, OEM# J3524, Last Manufacturer - Hubbell ITEM 2 Last supplier Graybar, OEM# J7528, Last Manufacturer - Hubbell
  • BABA compliant
  • 38 of each needed
  • Posted: 05/15/2024; Closes: 06/05/2024

Injection Molding for Speech Therapy Devices - NEW

  • Injection molding and over molding needed for South Carolina (SC) manufacturer of speech therapy devices. This is a high-mix, low-volume opportunity with over 20 SKUs in multiple colors. Existing molds may be available but may need repair.
  • Materials: Thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU), Thermoplastic elastomers (TPE), Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), and Polypropylene (PP). All materials and colorants must be FDA grade*. Does not require clean room manufacturing. * https://www.industrialspec.com/about-us/blog/detail/fda-compliant-food-grade-food-safe-meanings#:~:text=FDA%20compliant%20is%20a%20shorthand,packaging%2C%20transporting%20or%20holding%20food.
  • Posted: 05/15/2024; Closes: 06/14/2024

Barometric Pressure Sensors & Telephone Modems - NEW

  • The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS), Alaska Region (AR) deploys a network of surface weather stations in remote locations throughout the state transmitting data via the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) hourly aiding in the collaboration and forecasting process. The NWS AR has been replacing the surface equipment sensors due to obsolescence or failures. The NWS AR requires equipment/devices equivalent to Forest Technology Systems brand barometric pressure sensors, telephone modems, and auxiliary accessories, which are equipped with all required interfacing, components, and features to seamlessly integrate with the existing GOES network.
  • FTS DigiBP: Sensor type: Solid state absolute pressure transducer Interface: SDI-12 v.1.3 Accuracy: 0.2 mbar(hPa) (25°C); 0.3 mbar(hPa) (-40°C to +60°C) Resolution: 0.01 mbar Range: 500 to 1100 mbar(hPa); 14.76 to 32.48 inches of Hg; 50 to 110 KPa; 375 to 825 mm of Hg; 0.49 to 1. 08 ATM; 7.25 to 15.95 psia Operating temperature range: -40°C to +60°C Long Term Stability: 0.2% FS per year Measurement time: 6 s Power supply voltage: +12 V DC (nominal range: 9.6 V – 18.6 V) Standby current: 100uA Active current: 12mA Dimensions: see Figure 3-1 Cable length: 0.91 m (3 ft) Weight: 650 g (22.9 oz) TM Ultra: Default connect speed: 14,400 bps Serial port data rate auto baud: enabled Bell 212A operation: 1200 bps Parity: none Auto answer: disabled Command echo: on Results codes: all enabled, except \REL codes Dialing method: touch-tone (T) Busy signal detection: on (ATX4) Full word result codes: non-extended Pulse dial make/break ratio: 39 / 61 - 10 psp Test timer: 0 seconds Text modes: disabled Inactivity timer: 0 min CTS: always active DSR: ignored DCD: ignored RTS to CTS delay: 0.01 seconds DTR: always active; hangs up after transition Long space disconnect: disabled Speaker: enabled; off when receiving carrier Speaker volume: low Local modem will not grant RDL request from remote modem Guard tone: disabled Minimum DTR pulse width: 0.05 s Ring count: 0 Escape code character: ASCII 43 (+) Flash to on hook: 70 ms Auto speed detection: enabled DTE connect speed, connect messages Back space character: ASCII 08 (BS) Carriage return character: ASCII 13 (CR) Line feed character: ASCII 10 (LF) Wait for dial tone before dialing: 2 s Wait for carrier after dialing: 50 s Carrier detect response time: 0.6 s Escape code guard time: 1 s Pause after comma: 2.0 s Lost carrier to hang up delay: 1.4 s DTMF interdigit delay: 0.095 s Auto sync address or address detection: 0 Connection detected at DTE – Highest speed 38,400bps Auto retrain: enabled; 30 seconds attempt MNP error correction: can be negotiated (&Q5) MNP: non-extended service selected MNP error correction block size: 128 characters selected Data compression negotiation: enabled Transmit break length: 0.3 s Breaks: transmitted in sequence with data Serial port flow control: enabled depending on intended use RTS/CTS Note: Upon power-up modem will recall user profile 0 which may override the above factory defaults.
  • Posted: 05/15/2024; Closes: 05/30/2024

Specific profile of aluminum extrusion - NEW

  • There is product family we manufacture that requires a specific profile of aluminum extrusion. This extrusion used to be manufactured by Kaiser Aluminum Alexco, but Kaiser has since discontinued it. We have struggled greatly to find this extrusion at a reasonable price. The profile for the extrusion is BAC1510-407. Kaiser Aluminum Alexco''s part number for this product was just 1510-407.
  • We need this extrusion for the following material specifications. AMS QQ-A-200/3A - Aluminum 2024 T3511 AMS QQ-A-200/11A - Aluminum 7075 T6511
  • Drawing available upon request 
  • Posted: 05/15/2024; Closes: 06/14/2024

Heavy-Duty Metal Frame Fabrication 

  • The frames require precise fabrication, including laser cutting, welding with a Bluco Weld System, and CNC machining. Specifications include overall dimensions of 30.748" x 112.343" x 252.953", with high-definition plasma/laser requirements and specific bending capabilities. Any companies who fit the bill and are interested and are willing to sign an NDA to view the prints, please reach out to me in real time.
  • Machining - Need approximate 7 Meter X Axist X 4 Meter Y Axis and 1M Z Axis. Cutting: The frame components would be cut to size using high definition plasma or laser cutting techniques to achieve precise dimensions. Welding: The fabrication process would utilize a Bluco Weld System, incorporating various features such as Bluco hole locations for sub-assembly and assembly purposes. Custom fixtures may be manufactured to aid in the welding process. Assembly: The frame would be assembled by welding together the individual components, including side panels. Side walls may be constructed separately on one fixture and then located on a second fixture standing upright, ensuring precision alignment through precision holes or slots to join all components. Finishing: Once assembled, the frame may undergo finishing processes as necessary, such as grinding or polishing, to achieve the desired surface quality. Bending Capability (in House or Sourced) Radius all Bent Parts 0.355 Material Thickness all Bent Parts 0.25 Bend Length (1) Part 104.13 Long
  • Frame Size Overall Dimensions = 30.748" X 112.343" X 252.953" High Definition Plasma / Laser Requirements: MAX Side Panel Length = .50 X 23.93 X 250.354 - sizes reduce thereafter = .50 X 23.93 X 250.354 Fabrication = Bluco Weld System (desired) - various features of parts incorporate Bluco hole location for sub-assembly & assembly purposes Custom Fixture can be manufactured. Side Walls are constructed separately on one fixture Side walls located on 2nd fixture standing upright & located on precision holes/slot to adjoin all components Top Rail Requirements (Helical Gear Racks & Linear Guide Rails) Machined Surface Finish 62 Machining length of top rails are over approx. 254" long for applied tolerances in below screen shots.
  • ending Capability (in House or Sourced) Radius all Bent Parts 0.355 Material Thickness all Bent Parts 0.25 Bend Length (1) Part 104.13 Long. Type of metal is to be used is 1018 / 1026 / A36 Low Carbon Steel.
  • Looking for a company who owns Bystronic equipment.
  • Posted: 04/24/2024; Closes: 05/21/2024

Epoxy Bottle-Cap Adaptor

  • 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.
  • Total diameter of the adaptor is 2" wide. Socket is 1/4" x 3/8".
  • Required: FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) umbrella regulations. (https://www.fda.gov/drugs/pharmaceutical-quality-resources/current-good-manufacturing-practice-cgmp-regulations)
  • Posted: 03/27/2024; Closes: 05/26/2024

16oz Glass Water/Juice Bottles

  • Glass 16oz bottle for functional beverage. Looking for aesthetically appealing juice/water bottle. Metal or Plastic cap. Attached photos: Client sourced bottles seen in the attached photo with the metal lid, vendor has limited supply and client is not happy with the aesthetics. He's hoping for something that looks more like the bottle seen in the second photo with the white plastic lid. Should handle temperature of 200F during bottling process.
  • Volume: 100,000, client will start with 5,000 units on a quarterly basis and increase to a monthly basis within the next 12 months.
  • Photo available upon request 
  • Opened: 05/01/2024; Closes: 05/31/2024

Glass Fabrication 

  • Looking for a glass fabricator capable of producing curved/semi-circular, phosphate-free silicate glass with the required dimensions and characteristics mentioned below.
  • Thickness 0.100+/-.015 , internal width 1.69" Height .44" overall Length - 2.44" Transmitting characteristics - Wavelength of max transmission -470-500NM.
  • Phosphate free silicate glass (curved/ semi-circle)
  • Must pass the humidity test ATPD-2167
  • Volume: 3-4k unites annually
  • Picture available upon requets 
  • Opened: 5/1/2024; Closes: 5/31/2024

 WAVY Partition 

  • WAVY Partition: A flexible and lightweight wooden panel combining plywood and foam into a structured, wavy surface. Ideal as a private screen with acoustic applications in homes, offices, restaurants, and hotels.
  • Manufacturing processes include laminating plywood and Polyethylene (PE) foam using a press machine, applying clear lacquer on both surfaces, and cutting alternated slits with a CNC machine.
  • Thickness: 2 cm (3/4"), Height: 160 / 170 / 180 cm (63 / 66 7/8 / 70 7/8"), Width: 90 cm (35 3/8"), Minimum radius of curvature: 9 cm (3 ½") Item numbers WP-OA-18-09, WP-MP-18-09, WP-WN-18-09, WP-LQ-18-09. (highlighted in attached document)
  • Required materials include 5 mm or 4 mm (5/32 inch) 3-layer Plywood, wood veneer (Oak, Maple, Walnut), and PE (Polyethylene) foam.
  • More details available upon request 
  • Posted: 05/08/2024; Closes: 06/07/2024

Shoe Insert 

  • 3-in-1 polyurethane open or closed cell shoe insert crafted to tackle various challenges frequently encountered by wearers of athletic footwear. Its primary functions include diminishing creases that develop in shoes, neutralizing unpleasant odors, and absorbing moisture resulting from sweat and environmental conditions. The product is geared towards elevating the comfort, longevity, and overall freshness of athletic shoes for users. It is intended to be placed in both shoes after wear and left in until the next use, ensuring continuous effectiveness. Polyuerthane foam will act as a holder for the odor absorbing pellets/pouch and moisture absorbing dessicant pack. Open cell prefered but closed cell acceptable.
  • Create a one up mold for the foam components. Cut and over molded and insert the nylon strap into the rear of the foam piece (strap is used to pull the foam insert out of the shoe). The product includes an over molded strap. I am open to design changes that could simplify the manufacturing process (though the general concept will stay the same). I am thinking about the over molded strap for example.
  • - 120mm by 83.4mm by 50mm (provided photo as well) for the foam insert - The pouch is approximately 46mm wide x 95mm long x 20mm (highest point in the center)
  • We are open to ideas, but we think foam and nylon strap
  • More details available upon request 
  • Posted: 05/08/2024; Closes: 06/07/2024

Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectrometer 

  • Commercially available benchtop nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer
  • All standard manufacturing processes required to produce a nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometer scientific instrument capable of autonomous NMR measurement, data processing, and data extraction. Manufacturing capabilities may include but are not limited to: injection molding, metal casting, electronic manufacture and assembly, precise set up of sensitive analytical equipment, software development accompanying the extraction of NMR data, and IT construction and development for use of the instrument and extraction of data.
  • NMR must be able to fit compactly on a standard-sized scientific benchtop/workspace.
  • Product is a complex scientific instrument intended for the identification, determination and/ or confirmation of chemical structures, from small and simple molecules to larger and more complex species, including possibilities of monitoring reactions and kinetic. The instrument is controlled via software installed on a computer. Many materials and processes would be required to replicate the instrument, please see attached product brochure for more information and image of equipment.
  • All certifications for laboratory equipment to be utilized in the United States are applicable.
  • More details available upon request 
  • Posted: 05/08/2024; Closes: 06/07/2024

Soda Lime Float Glass 

  •  1.25 mm thick (=/- .03mm) 20cm by 20cm sheets)
  • Can include silica, soda, lime, dolomite, and aluminum oxide; along with small quantities of fining agents to help enhance the quality of glass by facilitating specific processes during melting. Fining agents can include sodium sulfate, sodium chloride.
  • 200,000 to 500,000 sheets per year.
  • Posted: 04/10/2024; Closes: 06/09/2024

Power Module

  • Equivalent to: https://www.mornsun-power.com/html/pdf/LM150-23B12R2.html
  • 1500 units per year
  • Posted: 05/08/2024; Closes: 07/07/2024

Coils for fan coils 

  • We are looking for water to air heat exchangers, made of copper tubes and aluminium fins. They are intended to be used in fan coils for residential and commercial appliances.
  • BABA compliant
  • An exemplary size would be 820x250x130 mm (32x10x5 in), among many other similar dimensions. Standard fin thickness is 0.1 - 0.15mm. Standard pipe diameter is 8-14 mm. It is possible to used US standard dimensions and components instead of the European standards in the drawing.
  • The heat exchangers should work at 145 psi (10 bar) operating pressure / 189 psi (13 bar) test pressure.
  • Posted: 02/07/2024; Closes: 02/06/2025

Fans for fan coils 

  • These items are intended to be used for residential and commercial appliances. We are looking for radial fans and fan coils.
  • BABA complaint 
  • Referral drawing available upon request
  • Certification required: UL 
  • We are looking for fans operating at 100-130V and 200-240V, 50Hz-60Hz. An exemplary air flow would be 530 cfm at 0 in H2O.
  • Posted: 02/07/2024; Closes: 02/06/2025