Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM)
Supplier Development Program Guideline

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As part of its mandate to help develop world-class products in Manitoba’s transportation and agri-business manufacturing sectors, the Vehicle Technology Centre Inc. (VTC) offers a program of financial incentives to original equipment manufacturers (OEM) to encourage partnerships with suppliers in developing high-technology products and processes.

Goals and Objectives

The OEM–Supplier Development Program (OSD P) goal is to act as a catalyst in collaborative projects to develop new technologies that will help Manitoba transportation and agribusiness manufacturers meet customer requirements.

The program expects to develop a team approach between manufacturers and suppliers, including universities and research organizations, where possible. Ultimate aims are economic growth, job creation and support for sustainable development.

Program Requirements

Applications will be assessed to determine levels of participation and support. To be considered for VTC incentives, potential technology development and demonstration projects must include:

• at least two Manitoba transportation equipment or agribusiness companies working together, where at least one of the partners is an OEM or a tier-one supplier to the sector

• details of collaborations with businesses, universities, colleges or research institutes — non-Manitoba participation is welcomed, though costs associated with such participants are not eligible for program support

• a private-sector manufacturer to contract with VTC and provide leadership in structuring a comprehensive collaborative agreement with all other partners

• an application to VTC providing a detailed plan agreed to by all parties and including a breakdown of tasks, costs and timelines

• details of the project’s anticipated benefits in commercial, technical and all other areas

• a reasonable and manageable level of technical risk or uncertainty.

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