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Opportunities
White PVC Plates - 2024-336
A company in Puerto Rico is seeking White PVC Plates -Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) panels that are 8" long and 4" wide. They need to be as white as possible.
The company needs three types of densities, 0.50, 0.55, and 0.60. The attached file will detail the dimensions and volume for each density.
Reason
Re-shore
Volume
To be determined in negotiations, but numbers in the attached represent an annual need.
Pricing
The company does not have a set target price yet.
Timing
As soon as possible
Location
San Juan, Puerto Rico
Submission Due Date: November 23, 2024
Wearable Camera - 2024-233
A company in Virgina is seeking an engineering/prototype manufacturer to assist with designing the first iteration of a Wearable Camera that utilizes 2-way communication and AI technology.
The organization is also willing to work with technical universities and is open to suggestions on overall design.
See attached documents for more specifics.
Reason
Re-shore
Volume
One prototype initially with the potential to manufacture the final product.
Pricing
To be determined in negotiation.
Timing
Project expected to start March 2025.
Location
Maryland
Submission Due Date: December 10, 2024
Fans for fan coils - 2024-030
A company in South Carolina is seeking is seeking manufacturers of Fans for fan coils #2024-030
These items are intended to be used for residential and commercial appliances. We are looking for radial fans and fan coils.Reason
BABA
Volume
Currently about 2500 units/year
Pricing
About $90/unit
Timing
Immediate
Location
Anderson, South Carolina
Submission Due Date: February 6, 2025