Federal Register #2026-17569

Request for Public Comment on NIST MEP Client Impact Survey Information Collection

This opportunity is a request for public comment on the NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Client Impact Survey information collection. - Government Buyer: - Department of Commerce - National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) - MEP Program Office - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement of goods or services. - Purpose: - Collects data from small and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) on sales, costs, investments, employment, and competitiveness challenges. - Used to assess the impact of MEP Center technical assistance. - Supports monitoring, reporting, and policy decisions related to manufacturing. - Survey Details: - Voluntary participation - Conducted electronically - Respondents surveyed once per year - Notable Requirements: - Focused on information collection only - No products or services are being procured - No contract award or purchase involved

Description

The Department of Commerce, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, invites the public and federal agencies to comment on the proposed and continuing information collections related to the NIST MEP Client Impact Survey. This survey collects data from small and medium-sized manufacturers to assess the impact of MEP Center technical assistance on their productivity and competitiveness. The information collected will help monitor and report on program performance and support policy decisions. Comments are requested to be submitted by October 27, 2026.

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