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Uncover New Opportunities: Explore the Latest Manufacturing Projects Across Illinois and Beyond!

Access a consistently updated list of open projects from manufacturers nationwide and right here in Illinois.

  1. Submarine-service valve bodies and pressure-retaining valve components - Pioneer1890 LLC - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  2. Corrosion Protection Systems for Steel Shell Columns in Marine Environment - State of California - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  3. Database Checklist Expert - VMEC - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  4. BABA: Metal Closet Pole Support - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  5. BABA: Door Hardware & Glazing - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  6. BABA: Bathroom Accessories - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  7. BABA: Sprinkler Heads - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  8. BABA: Electrical Equipment & Fixtures - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  9. BABA: Compliant Security & Access Control Systems - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/11/2026
  10. BABA: Digital CCTV Camera - TMAC - Close Date: 09/14/2026
  11. BABA: Heat Pumps - Vermont Manufacturing Extension Center - Close Date: 09/15/2026
  12. BABA: Mass Spectrometry System - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Close Date: 09/16/2026
  13. BABA: Conduit Components - Global Components, Inc. - Close Date: 09/16/2026
  14. BABA: Mechanical Valves - Specialty Construction, Inc. - Close Date: 09/17/2026
  15. BABA: Breakers - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/19/2026
  16. BABA: Lighting - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/19/2026
  17. BABA: Flashings - Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance - Close Date: 09/19/2026
  18. Benchtop Gas Analyzer - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Close Date: 09/19/2026
  19. Cryo Mill - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Close Date: 09/20/2026
  20. Stainless steel gear hook - Impact Washington - Close Date: 09/23/2026
  21. BABA: Grounding and Bonding Components - Global Components, Inc. - Close Date: 09/24/2026
  22. Submersible Pump and Motor - Skinner's Drilling & Well Service - Close Date: 09/25/2026
  23. BABA: Various size Towels and Facecloths - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - Close Date: 09/26/2026
  24. Flower sculpture - She Forms Flowers - Close Date: 10/02/2026
  25. BABA: Digital CCTV Camera - TMAC - Close Date: 10/02/2026
  26. Medical Cover Sheet - North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership - Close Date: 10/02/2026
  27. EM7 Housing - Hamilton Medical AG - Close Date: 10/05/2026
  28. MR1 Magnesium Housing - Hamilton Medical AG - Close Date: 10/05/2026
  29. C6 Blower Housing - Hamilton Medical AG - Close Date: 10/05/2026
  30. Turnkey Printed Circuit Board Assembly — Bluetooth Optical Sensing Module - Athletic Interpretations - Close Date: 10/19/2026
  31. BABA: Diesel Engine - Blue Star Power Systems - Close Date: 11/25/2026
  32. Stainless Steel Tubing - Prospect Anchor and Tool - Close Date: 12/03/2026

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