The New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program, Inc. (NJMEP) has been awarded a new five-year cooperative agreement from the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s (NIST) Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) program, reaffirming NJMEP’s role as New Jersey’s official MEP Center.
This award marks a continued commitment to strengthening small and medium-sized manufacturers across the state.
It extends NJMEP’s nearly 30-year partnership within the national MEP Network — an ecosystem of centers working together to support manufacturers through workforce development, technology adoption, operational improvement and strategic growth.
For three decades, NJMEP has served as a trusted partner to New Jersey’s manufacturing community, helping companies improve competitiveness, navigate change and drive long-term growth.
This new five-year contract ensures the continuation and expansion of services that support manufacturers as they face evolving challenges related to workforce, supply chain resilience, digital transformation and market pressures.
“This renewed support from NIST reinforces the value of the work NJMEP delivers on behalf of New Jersey’s manufacturing community,” said Peter Connolly, CEO of NJMEP.
“For nearly 30 years, NJMEP has helped small and medium-sized manufacturers adapt, grow and compete. This new contract allows us to continue that mission.”
The Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership, administered by NIST, is a nationwide network designed to strengthen the competitiveness and resilience of U.S. manufacturers.
Through this federal-state partnership, NJMEP delivers localized support with national resources behind it, which ensures New Jersey manufacturers have access to proven expertise, best practices and innovative solutions.
