NIST MEP AI Adoption Program
NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership
Overview
MEP Centers in each state help small and mid-sized manufacturers adopt new technologies including AI and data analytics. Provides subsidized consulting, technology assessments, and workforce training referrals.
Michigan MEP (MMTC) connects manufacturers to subsidized AI training — Palavir can be a referred training provider.
Eligibility
Organization Types
Small/Mid-size Business
Industries
Manufacturing
Focus Areas
ai, ai implementation, analytics, tech skills
How Palavir Helps
We handle the entire application process
From identifying the right program to submitting documentation, we manage every step so you can focus on your business.
Our AI/analytics workshops are pre-approved for this grant type
Our structured curricula, assessments, and credentialing meet the requirements for grant-funded training programs.
Zero cost to your organization
The grant covers everything. We help you access funding that pays for the training your team needs.
Relevant Palavir Workshops
These workshops align with the training focus areas eligible under this grant.
AI for Business: Practical Skills for the Modern Workplace
8-hour hands-on course — no technical background required
AI Build Day: Build Working AI Tools for Your Business
8-hour intensive — teams leave with working AI tools
Application Timeline
Consult
Free 30-min call to assess your grant fit
Design
Custom training plan aligned to grant requirements
Apply
We prepare and submit the full application
Train
Deliver workshops to your team
Reimburse
Documentation for full reimbursement
Typical timeline: Ongoing — MEP services available year-round
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the NIST MEP AI Adoption Program?
Eligible applicants include small and mid-sized businesses nationwide. Priority industries include Manufacturing.
How much funding is available through this program?
The NIST MEP AI Adoption Program provides Subsidized consulting + training (50-75% cost share). Palavir helps you maximize the amount you receive by preparing a strong application that highlights your training needs and expected outcomes.
What does Palavir do to help with the application?
Palavir handles the entire process: identifying the right grant programs for your organization, preparing all application materials, designing grant-eligible training curricula, and managing documentation through reimbursement. There is no cost for our application assistance.
What training qualifies under this grant?
AI literacy, prompt engineering, data analytics, business intelligence, dashboard development, workflow automation, and RAG/knowledge base development all qualify. Our workshops are specifically designed to meet grant requirements with structured curricula, assessments, and measurable outcomes.
Ready to get started?
A 30-minute consultation is all it takes. We will assess your eligibility, recommend the best grant programs, and handle the application from start to finish.