Manufacturing Extension Partnership

Manufacturing Extension Partnership NIST MEP is a public-private partnership with MEP Centers located across the U.S. and in Puerto Rico dedicated to serving small and medium-sized manufacturers.

The Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) is based at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). The national Program Office (NIST MEP), which provides the federal government funding for the MEP National Network™, is located in Gaithersburg, MD. The MEP National Network comprises the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Manufacturing Extension Partnership (

NIST MEP), the 51 MEP Centers located in all 50 states and Puerto Rico, the MEP Advisory Board, MEP Center boards, and the Foundation for Manufacturing Excellence, as well as over 1,440 trusted advisors and experts at approximately 460 MEP service locations, providing any U.S. manufacturer with access to resources they need to succeed.

Today, we celebrate Labor Day, an annual national holiday dedicated to honoring the social and economic achievements of ...
09/07/2026

Today, we celebrate Labor Day, an annual national holiday dedicated to honoring the social and economic achievements of American workers. 🇺🇸

The Arizona Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) team recently welcomed NIST MEP staff for a tour of Axon, an Arizo...
08/18/2026

The Arizona Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) team recently welcomed NIST MEP staff for a tour of Axon, an Arizona MEP client and the creator of the TASER.

The visit offered a look at advanced manufacturing, automation, and quality systems supporting a company that generates billions in annual revenue. The MEP group saw Axon's quality assurance processes in action, highlighting the importance of rigorous product testing.

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partner-ship (MEP) is seeking applicat...
08/12/2026

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Manufacturing Extension Partner-ship (MEP) is seeking applications from eligible applicants to enter into a cooperative agree-ment to operate an MEP Center in the following states: Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, and Puerto Rico. The MEP Center will provide support to small and medium-sized manufactur-ers (SMMs) to adopt and/or scale up advanced manufacturing technologies that improve U.S. industrial competitiveness and SMM economic outcomes.

While eligibility for the program listed in this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) is open to a United States-based non-profit institution, an institution of higher education, or a State, United States territory, local, or tribal government, or a consortium thereof, NIST MEP facili-tates cooperation among private-sector industry partners, government agencies, academic in-stitutions, economic development organizations, and other manufacturing ecosystem stake-holders to demonstrate, deploy, and adopt advanced manufacturing technologies.

MEP invites entities seeking to connect with potential applicants or other entities to join a pub-lic teaming partner list. If you would like to be added to the list, please complete the form at the link below. The results will be shared publicly.

Applications in response to the NOFO must be received no later than 11:59 p.m. Eastern Day-light Time, on Aug. 21, 2026.

Join the list:
https://www.nist.gov/mep/mep-center-state-competition-teaming-partner-list

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has release...
07/27/2026

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the NIST MEP Center State Competition FY2026.

NIST MEP is seeking applications from eligible organizations to enter into a cooperative agreement to operate MEP Centers in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Utah, and Vermont.

These MEP Centers will strengthen manufacturing ecosystems by encouraging the adoption or scale-up of advanced technologies to improve production capacity and capability, supporting supply chain integration, and developing a strong manufacturing workforce. They will also become part of the MEP National Network™.

NIST MEP will host an informational webinar on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, at 1 p.m. ET. The webinar will provide general information about this NOFO and offer guidance on application preparation.

Register at:
https://events.zoomgov.com/ev/Aqc-AkHlYa8wiuDk3xEaV5_OoqYunmOXRxTlkvu39HbRa5U77NhO~AhnjZSK5-XxH6_xXr3H-Ae45KzC-esmobg8_Hn0ar5uL3kx1pUD-9qWnYQ

Manufacturing over the past 250 years has evolved from handcrafted goods to technology-focused, automated production. Ma...
07/04/2026

Manufacturing over the past 250 years has evolved from handcrafted goods to technology-focused, automated production. Mass assembly lines and steam power have evolved into an integration of artificial intelligence and robots that walk the factory floor.

One common theme over these years is the critical role manufacturing plays in our lives. From the food we eat to the clothes we wear, manufacturing is at the core of who we are, how we live, and what makes the United States a global leader.

Today, we celebrate 250 years of innovation, freedom, and domestic production that have built the nation since 1776. Happy 4th of July!

Find a celebration near you at:
https://freedom250.org/

Join the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for Manufacturing Community Day!NIST recently issued a No...
06/18/2026

Join the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for Manufacturing Community Day!

NIST recently issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) announcing a competitive pilot program through the Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP). The initiative will significantly boost productivity, strengthening America's global economic competitiveness and national security.

This pilot program focuses on developing shared technology frameworks across two vital national priority sectors:

1. Additive Manufacturing for Aerospace Components: Accelerating adoption, validating methods, and reducing barriers to entry for component manufacturers.

2. Domestic Critical Minerals Supply Chain: Transforming fragmented supply chains into robust, resilient domestic ecosystems.

Submissions are limited to current MEP Centers or a consortium of Centers, but success requires collaboration across the entire manufacturing lifecycle, including among industry, academia, NIST, other federal laboratories, and state and local government partners.

To foster these collaborations, Manufacturing Community Day will feature NIST leadership sharing pilot program goals, timelines, and expectations for teaming, along with dedicated sessions to gather industry feedback.

Event Details:

✳️ What: Manufacturing Community Day
✳️ When: June 24, 2026, 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET
✳️ Where: Virtual
✳️ Who should attend: Industry leaders, original equipment manufacturers, small and medium-sized manufacturers, academic researchers, federal agencies, NIST and other federal laboratories, MEP Centers, Manufacturing USA Institutes, and the MEP Advisory Board

Seats are limited, so secure your spot today to learn how your organization can partner with an MEP Center to shape the future of U.S. manufacturing.

https://events.zoomgov.com/ev/AlZ7GRKrS2SLLSLDyEtGnGP7ijFq87H6uVwyo650Zb2FTnJaAscI~Ave0NsxUIQt5tAWdxAYik0PWGoI6ylz_1qfjEebL_qnUsG9jh5ycLHEBFA

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has issued ...
05/21/2026

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) has issued a Notice of Intent (NOI) for an upcoming Technology Accelerator Pilot Program.

This competitive pilot program will support existing MEP Centers in accelerating the adoption and commercialization of advanced manufacturing technologies that enhance the competitiveness of the domestic industrial base for additive manufacturing of aerospace components and the domestic critical minerals supply chain.

It aims to revolutionize U.S. industrial supply chains by leveraging the MEP National Network™, NIST’s measurement science programs, the NIST-coordinated Manufacturing USA network, and partnerships with other federal agencies to identify pathways for technology demonstration and market transition.

Read the NOI at: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/05/20/2026-10105/mep-pilot-program

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in U.S. Manufacturing infographic is now available!From predictive maintenance to ge...
05/13/2026

The Rise of Artificial Intelligence in U.S. Manufacturing infographic is now available!

From predictive maintenance to generative design, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming how manufacturers improve efficiency, enhance quality, and remain competitive in a rapidly evolving global marketplace. While some manufacturers are already using AI in their operations, others face barriers to adoption.

This infographic explores AI's impact on manufacturing today and in the future and explains how the MEP National Network connects manufacturers with expert guidance, hands-on support, and access to cutting-edge AI solutions tailored to their needs.

Download the infographic:
https://www.nist.gov/mep/manufacturing-infographics/rise-artificial-intelligence-us-manufacturing

If you’re a U.S. manufacturer seeking federal assistance, you need to check out manufacturing.gov!Manufacturing.gov is t...
05/01/2026

If you’re a U.S. manufacturer seeking federal assistance, you need to check out manufacturing.gov!

Manufacturing.gov is the primary hub for information on federal manufacturing programs, funding opportunities, and other valuable resources that help U.S. manufacturers increase productivity, improve supply chains, and find and retain a strong workforce.

The website includes descriptions and contact information for federal programs, open funding opportunities, topic-focused pages, and announcements from the White House and federal agencies on U.S. manufacturing.

https://www.manufacturing.gov/

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