Built for low quantities
One-offs and small batches are welcome. Tell us the quantity now and any likely production volume later. Shops price differently when there is a path to repeat work.
Human-routed parts RFQs · approved New England job shops
Prototype CNC parts, routed to New England shops
Prototype work is awkward: low quantity, changing revisions, and a design that may still move. Plenty of shops would rather run production. We route prototype RFQs to approved New England job shops that are open to small quantities and early-stage parts.
- A person reads every RFQ
- Approved shops only
- The shop quotes you directly
Why send it here
Design feedback from a machinist
When a shop reviews your print, it may flag features that are hard to machine or hold. That conversation is easier with a regional shop you can call.
Revisions are normal
Include the revision on your drawing. If the design changes, send the new revision and we will pass it along to the same shop.
How it works
1. Send the RFQ
Drawing, quantity, material, tolerances, and due date. Missing information gets a direct question back.
2. We match it
A person routes it only to approved job shops that fit the process, material, and quantity.
3. The shop quotes you
Price and lead time come straight from the shop. We never promise either on its behalf.
Not a parts job? Scrap solids (solids only, no chips or turnings) go to machineshopscrap.com/solids, used machines and tooling to usedcnctools.com, and inspection work to aiinspectiontools.com.
FAQ
Do you accept RFQs with just a 3D model?
Yes, send the STEP file. A PDF drawing with tolerances and critical features usually gets a more useful quote, because a model alone does not say which dimensions matter.
Can you help with design for manufacturability?
We are not a design firm. Shops that quote your part may point out features that drive cost or risk, and that feedback comes from them directly.
Will a prototype shop also do production?
Sometimes. Mention expected production volume in your RFQ so we can favor shops that handle both.
Ready to send it?
One RFQ, routed by a person to shops that fit.