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

 

DC Motor Controller - NEW

  • Looking for a domestic manufacturer that can produce DC motor controls for DC axials. Specifically look for a DC Motor Controller that can control a fan similar to the Sanyo Denki San Ace 9HVA0812P1G0011 which is an 80mm x 80mm DC axial fan. It operates at 12V DC and is built to provide high airflow and high static pressure, typically for use in applications that require reliable cooling in compact spaces.
  • • Dimensions: 80 (H) × 45 (W) × 17 (D) mm • Rated Voltage: 12/24/48 VDC • Power Consumption: 0.2 W Input Terminal: • Input voltage range: 7 to 60 V • Control voltage range: 0 to 5.5 V Output Terminal: • PWM (Pulse Width Modulation): VOH = 3.3/5 VDC • PWM Frequency: 25 kHz • Current: 20 mA max. (4 terminals) • Breakdown Voltage: 6.5 V • Number of Connectable Fans: Up to 4 • Control Functions: PCB type, PWM frequency of 25 kHz, Voltage control • Mass: 27 g
  • ISO, UL, RoHS, EN
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/11/2024

DC-DC Step-Down Power Module - NEW

  • Seeking a domestic manufacturer capable of producing a DC-DC step-down power module. Specifically looking for a module similar to the MAXM17502ALI#, a compact, high-efficiency step-down module with an integrated inductor. It supports output currents up to 2.5A, features a programmable output voltage, and is optimized for applications requiring a small footprint and high efficiency with minimal external components.
  • • Package: 10-pin TDFN, approximately 2.6mm x 3mm footprint • Input voltage range: 4.5V to 60V • Output current: Up to 2.5A • Efficiency: Up to 90% • Operating temperature: -40°C to +125°C Link below has additional specifications (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/analog-devices-inc-maxim-integrated/MAXM17502ALI/7381723?)
  • Link has additional specifications (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/analog-devices-inc-maxim-integrated/MAXM17502ALI/7381723?)
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/11/2024

DC Axial Fan - NEW

  • Seeking a domestic manufacturer of 80mm x 80mm DC axial fans. The fan should operate at 12V DC, providing high airflow and high static pressure for reliable cooling in compact spaces. Ideally, we are looking for a fan similar to the 9HVA0812P1G0011# model (specifications provided for reference).
  • • Dimensions: 80mm x 80mm x (approximately) 25mm thickness • Voltage: 12V DC • Expected airflow: Typically within a range of 40-60 CFM depending on the exact model specifications • Speed: Typically in the range of 2000-4000 RPM • Noise level: Around 20-40 dB, depending on the speed and model specifications • Operating temperature: Standard operating range from -10°C to +70°C Link below has additional specifications (https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/analog-devices-inc-maxim-integrated/MAXM17502ALI/7381723?)
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/11/2024

Board Mount Pressure Sensor - NEW

  • Seeking a domestic manufacturer capable of producing board mount digital pressure sensors. Specifically looking for a sensor similar to the SSCDRRN002NDAA5 from the SSC Series DS pressure sensors. These digital sensors are designed for versatile applications, offering high accuracy, low power consumption, and a compact form factor.
  • • Pressure range: 0 to 50 PA • Accuracy: ±2% full scale span • Operating temperature range: -40°C to 85°C • Digital output • Tolerances: As per ISO standards and accuracy specifications provided, CE and ROHS compliant
  • Opened: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/11/2024

High Resolution Inductively Coupled Mass Spectrometer - NEW

  • High Resolution (HR) Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) Mass Spectrometer (MS) similar in form and function to Thermo Electron North America Element XR HR-ICP-MS consisting of computer controller, jet interface kit, ESI Apex Omega Quartz desolvating nebulizer, isotope dual-syringe autosampler, and PC3x Peltier heated and cooler cyclonic chamber.
  • The HR-ICP-MS system footprint should be approximately 76.5" L X 55" H x 44.5" W to fit the existing unit's space. Counts per second (cps)/ppm >1x10^9 ln with concentric nebulizer, >3x10^9 with Jet Interface or >20x10^9 with Jet Interface with desolvation. Mass Stability of <25ppm drift in 8 hours of operation. Dark noise <0.2cps, Dynamic Range o f>10^12 linear with automatic gain calibration, Mass resolutions of 300, 4000, and 10,000, Signal Stability of <1% RSD over 10 minutes and <2% RSD over 1 hour, and Electric Scan Speed of 1ms/jump. Power requirements 3 phase, 230/400V +/-10%, 50/60 Hz fused 32 A per phase. Must work in an environment of 18-24 Celcius and 50-60% humidity. Exhaust requirements; 90 m^3/h for plasma and 800 m^3/h for electronics. Heat in operation should be 3kW.
  • Main Instrument (Mass Spectrometer), Controller Computer (Dell Optiplex), Jet Interface Kit, ESI Apex Omega Quartz Desolvating Nebulizer, Isotope Dual-Syringe Autosampler, and PC3x Peltier heated and cooler cyclonic chamber.
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/20/2024

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) System - NEW

  • WAAM system with Cold Metal Transfer (CMT) welding capability. Do not want a Plasma Arc-based process.
  • Approximately 2.5x2.5x2.5 m machine size Print volume at least 0.4 x 0.4 x 0.4 m At least 4 Motion Axes (i.e. X-Y-Z gantry with a rotary table) Accuracy ~ 0.25 mm
  • Standard manufacturing process for wire arc welding machines (Mechanical / Electrical Assembly) by a company meeting BABAA requirements.
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/20/2024

Non-Sparking Bronze Manganese Hammer Heads - NEW

  • Non-Sparking Bronze Manganese Hammer Heads, Seeking a foundry to cast heads made of Bronze Manganese which is a non-sparking material.
  • Die-Casting Bronze Manganese Hammer heads with and without logo/marking stamp of "USA"
  • CDA 67500 Bronze Manganese Alloy sizes: 1.5lbs, 2.6lbs, 3.8lbs, 4lbs
  • Product Name: Copper Alloy C86500 (58-39-1-1-1) ASTM B30-Alloy C86500 Trade Name/Synonyms: No. 1 Manganese Bronze 65,000 Tensile Manganese Bronze 421, 8A
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 01/19/2025

Wind Turbine Generation Tower - NEW

  • Wind Turbine Generation Tower roll 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick steel to 20 foot diameter, weld and paint. The tower height is 265 feet. Per Fig's 12 and 13 of attached patent, two or three of the sections will be welded conesin the shop. The lower sections will be shipped in quarters, bolted in the field.
  • Process of rolling/bending tower sections for 21st Century Wind turbine generator’s 300-foot-high CONICAL tower. • Per the attached drawings, this tower will be comprised of half-a dozen or so lengths. The diameter of the top cylinder will be approximately 18 feet. When field assembled, the diameter of the bottom length which will be bolted to the foundation, will be approximately 26 feet in diameter. Per the drawings, we are calling the 6 to 8 “lengths” those differentiated by the horizontal lines. • The top length will be what the nacelle is placed on, along with the yaw bearing. That length will be comprised of two or three sections, which are wielded into a cylinder shape by the fabricator. Each section will be painted per the paint spec provided. • The half-a-dozen or so lengths below that will be comprised of three, four or five sections. Each section will be comprised of three or four plates, approx. 10 feet long, which will be welded together into sections. the curved section may be formed either on a brake, or a roller. • We seek existing metal fabrication shop(s) that can fabricate, weld and paint those component sections for field assembly.
  • 3/8 to 1/2 inch thick steel to 20 foot diameter. 265 foot field assembled tower.
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/20/2024

Smokeless Gunpowder Manufacturers - NEW

  • Fast-burning, Single-Base Smokeless Gunpowder manufacturers
  • Smokeless powder manufacturers need to be licensed properly.
  • Posted: 11/20/2024; Closes: 12/20/2024

Full Locked Coil (FLC) Rope

  • Galfan Coated (95% Zn/ 5%Al) Fully Locked Carbon Steel Cables
  • In Fully Locked Coil (FLC) cables outer layers of interlocking Z shaped wires are helically spun around an OSS core, avoiding external agents getting into the inner side of the cable. This creates superior corrosion resistance for marine environments like the Port of Los Angeles. The combination of the closed design construction of a FLC cable, with Galfan (95% Zn / 5% Al) coated outer Z shaped wires and an internal zinc rich paste blocking compound that result in a finished cable that has several stages of corrosion resistance. The Z shaped exterior wires are not currently made by any supplier in the US and therefore make this desirable type of cable nondomestic.
  • Equivalent to Redaelli FLC cables: https://www.teufelberger.com/en/full-locked-coil-rope-flc.html
  • ASTM A475, ASTM A586 and ASTM A603
  • Posted: 11/12/2024; Closes: 12/03/2024

Wearable Camera Prototype 

  • Client is looking for an engineering/prototype manufacturer to assist with designing the first iteration of a wearable camera that utilizes 2-way communication and AI technology. See attached documents for more specifics.
  • Specifications upon request 
  • One prototype initially with the potential to manufacture the final product.
  • Posted: 08/05/2024; Closes: 12/10/2024

Stainless Steel Sheets 

  • 1/8" stainless steel sheet metal. 304 ss
  • Includes but is not limited to melting, casting, hot rolling, cold rolling, annealing, pickling, and finishing
  • 4' x 8' x 1/8" stainless steel sheet metal.
  • 304 ss sheet metal
  • Posted: 10/09/2024; Closes: 01/07/2025

Fingerprint Table 

  • Woodworking, to build tables made from hand laminated wood. Open to painted, composite and other options that may be cleanable as well.
  • Table Top: 21.25" x 9.5" Front: 10.25" x 21.25" Side: 10.25" x 9.5" Please see attached photos.
  • Currently tables are made from laminated wood. Open to painted, composite and other options that may be cleanable as well.
  • Posted: 09/11/2024; Closes: 01/09/2025

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