Funder: National Institute of Standards and Technology
Due Dates: January 5, 2026 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $713,200–$6,877,960 per year for 5 years, depending on state; total per award $3.57M–$34.39M.
Summary: Supports operation of Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Centers to deliver manufacturing extension services to small and mid-sized manufacturers in eight specified states.
Key Information: 50% non-federal cost share required; only one award per state.