Supplier Scouting
Overview
MMEC's Supplier Scouting services help Montana manufacturers improve the quality of their supply chains by helping to source components and materials, and by matching their products with sourcing requests from around the U.S.
We are part of NIST MEP’s Supply Chain Optimization and Intelligence Network (SCOIN), which seeks to build resiliency into American manufacturing by connecting supply chains across the country. Manufacturing Extension Partnerships in all 50 states and Puerto Rico share their clients' needs through the network, matching them with capable domestic suppliers.
MMEC Supplier Scouting services are temporarily provided free of charge thanks to funding by the 2022 CHIPS and Science Act.
Helping Montana Manufacturers Find What They Need
Manufacturers can use MMEC’s supplier scouting services to help find the American-sourced raw materials and original equipment they require. Scouting for supplies through SCOIN can help improve your operations by:
- Finding the products and materials you need to fill the gaps in your supply chain.
- Seeking out lower-cost alternatives to what you already buy.
- Creating redundancy so you can minimize how a single supplier’s problems affect your production.
- Identifying domestic suppliers, supporting the U.S. economy and eliminating risks associated with international sourcing.
For more information, or to start your search,click this link to email Jeff Peterson, Supply Chain Program Manager, or click this link to identify and contact your regional Business Advisor. After that the process is simple:
- Discuss your needs and how SCOIN can help.
- Fill out a form describing essential details about what you seek. The form is available through this link.
- Submit the scouting request to the national network.
Find Sales Opportunities through the National Network
Below is a continually updated list of supplier scouting requests from the NIST national Network. If you would like more information or to submit your company as a qualified supplier for one of these opportunities, follow this link to email Jeff Peterson.
Current Supplier Scouting Opportunities
Scouting #2025-124
Closes May 23
Scouting #2025-101
Closes May 25
Scouting #2025-134
Closes May 30
Scouting #2025-127
Closes May 31
Scouting #2025-105
Closes May 31
Scouting #225-168 Closes June 4
Scouting #2025-148
Closes June 6
Scouting #2025-122
Closes June 7
Scouting #2025-163 Closes June 7
Scouting #2025-074
Closes June 10
Scouting #2025-168
Scouting #2025-102
Closes June 15
Scouting #2025-103
Closes June 15
Scouting #2025-121
Closes June 16
Scouting #2025-128
Closes June 29
Scouting #2024-385 Closes December 11
Government Contractors are also Seeking Sources of the Following Items, in Compliance with the Build America, Buy America Act:
Scouting Number | Item | Close Date |
2025-143 | Door Access Control | May 21 |
2025-130 | Wastewater Grinder Pump Level Sensor | May 21 |
2025-132 | Thermal Insulation (Sill Sealer & EPS Foam) | May 21 |
2025-150 | Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) HVAC System | May 22 |
2025-151 |
Natural Gas Pressure Regulator |
May 22 |
2025-155 | Marble Thresholds | May 22 |
2025-165 | Backflow Preventer | May 23 |
2025-147 | Wall Hung Vitreous China Lavatory | May 23 |
2025-129 | Particulate Sampling System | May 30 |
2025-156 | Vitreous China Toilets | June 6 |
2025-157 | Stainless Steel Top Mount Double Bowl Sink | June 6 |
2025-158 | Combination Microwave Range Hood | June 6 |
2025-159 | Recirculating Range Hood | June 6 |
2025-160 | Ductless Split System | June 6 |
2025-154 | Toilet Accessories | June 6 |
2025-166 | Custom Fasteners | June 13 |
2025-167 | Stamped Metal Strips | June 13 |
2025-123 | Fire-Rated Glazing | June 15 |
Supply Chain Webinars
MMEC joined with MEPs around the country to promote the Supply Chain 101 series presented by Manufacturer's Edge and CMTC. The three parts of the series are available on-demand at the links below.