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NIST MEP National Network Funding Opportunity (for 14 MEP Centers) is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). This funding opportunity aims to strengthen U.S. industrial competitiveness by helping small and medium-sized manufacturers adopt advanced manufacturing technologies.
It supports the establishment or expansion of Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers in specific states to encourage the adoption of advanced technologies, improve production capacity, and support supply chain integration. Fashion apparel manufacturers could benefit from advanced manufacturing support.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants are the 14 Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers in Alabama, Alaska, Arkansas, California, Georgia, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Missouri, Montana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Puerto Rico, Utah and Vermont. Small and medium-sized manufacturers within these states would receive the benefits through their respective MEP centers. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies by state, e.g., California: $15,641,800; New York not listed in this specific NOFO. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
NIST MEP National Network Funding Opportunity (for 14 MEP Centers) is funded by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in 13 states, including Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, California, Louisiana, and Arkansas. Check the official notice for the full list.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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