For AM Service Providers

You've mastered
the process.
Own the pipeline.

ForgedLink connects your real production capability — processes, materials, certifications — directly to the engineers who need it. No bidding wars. No irrelevant RFQs. Just well-matched projects from engineers who already understand what you do.

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How providers win on ForgedLink Your pathway
Declare
Your real processes, materials, and certifications are indexed — so only relevant briefs reach you.
Match
Engineers find you through capability, not keyword search. Matched on what you actually run in production.
Collaborate
Direct conversations with engineers who understand your expertise. Shape the brief together, before the RFQ.
Grow
Peer reviews and repeat work. Every successful project builds your reputation — and your pipeline.
No commission · Direct relationships · Capability-first matching →

Your advantage

Win work on
capability.
Not on price.

You've invested in the right equipment, certifications, and materials. You know what works in production — and that expertise is exactly what engineers need when they're making critical sourcing decisions.

ForgedLink makes sure the right engineers find you — matched on real capability, not keyword search. So you spend less time quoting and more time building.

Traditional sourcing
Compete against dozens of providers.
Price is the main differentiator.
Little context on the application.
No relationship before the quote.
One-off transactional work.
With ForgedLink
Matched on process and material fit.
Expertise is your differentiator.
Full brief context before quoting.
Direct contact from day one.
Relationships that generate repeat work.

Why it works

Three ways ForgedLink
works for you

ForgedLink is built for providers who want to win work on merit — on real capability, proven experience, and the kind of expertise that engineers genuinely value. Here's what changes when the right projects find you.

01
Only relevant projects reach you
Your declared capabilities — processes, materials, certifications, volumes — are matched against live briefs. You only see projects that genuinely fit what you run in production. No more quoting work you'll never win.
02
Engineers arrive pre-briefed and serious
Before an engineer contacts you, they've already reviewed your capability profile, certifications, and areas of specialisation. The conversation starts with understanding — not with explaining what LPBF means.
03
Great work becomes your best marketing
Every successful delivery builds your reputation through peer reviews. Engineers who've worked with you leave honest feedback — and that track record brings the next project to your door. Quality compounds.

How it works

From declaration
to collaboration

Declare what you build. Get matched to engineers who need it. Start a conversation that leads to production — with the trust and context already in place.

Step one
Declare your real capability
Processes you run, materials you stock, certifications you hold, volumes you deliver. Not a marketing profile — a production declaration that engineers can trust.
Step two
Get matched to the right engineers
When an engineer submits a brief that fits your capability, you're notified. They've already seen your profile, your certifications, your specialisation. The match is genuine.
Step three
Collaborate and build
Direct contact. Transparent quoting. Shape the brief together with your production insight, then deliver with confidence. Every project builds your reputation on the platform.
The result: a pipeline of well-matched projects from engineers who value expertise No commission — founding access now open

Your profile

Show engineers
what you build

Your capability declaration is how engineers find you — processes, materials, certifications, and volumes laid out clearly. When a brief matches what you do, you're the first to know. No sales pitch required. Your production capability speaks for itself.

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Your capability profile · ForgedLink Founding member
Primary processes
LPBF DED Post-process CNC
Materials
Ti-6Al-4V Inconel 718 Aluminium
Certifications held
AS9100D NADCAP
Active briefs matching your profile 4 briefs matched
No commission · First access to matched briefs · Direct contact

What you gain

Better projects. Stronger relationships.
Higher margins.

01
A pipeline of relevant work
Every project in your feed matches your declared capability — process, material, certification, volume. You spend time on briefs you can genuinely deliver, not on speculative quotes.
02
Direct relationships with engineers
No intermediaries, no account managers. Engineers contact you directly, and the relationship is yours. Conversations start with your capability, not with your price.
03
A reputation that grows with every build
Peer reviews from engineers you've worked with become visible on your profile. Consistent quality builds trust — and trust brings the kind of repeat work that sustains a business.
04
Margins that reflect your expertise
When engineers choose you for your capability — not your price — the conversation is about value. You set quotes that reflect what the work actually demands, and engineers respect that.

Founding Provider Access

Join the network
early

Founding providers get first access to matched briefs, direct contact with engineers, and a voice in how the platform develops. ForgedLink takes no commission — ever. The founding window is open now.

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No commission — on any connection, ever
ForgedLink does not take commission. Connections made through the platform are direct — the relationship is yours, and ForgedLink does not sit between you and payment.
First access to matched applications
When an engineer exposes an early-stage application that matches your declared capability, you're notified before the application opens to the wider network.
Direct contact — no intermediaries
Engineers reach you directly. No account managers, no platform gatekeeping. A conversation about their application with the expert who knows how to build it.
Input on the platform roadmap
Founding providers shape how ForgedLink develops. Your experience with the decision layer informs what gets built next — and how the AM sourcing market evolves.

Frequently asked

Answers for
AM service providers.

Who can list on ForgedLink as a service provider?
Any additive manufacturing service bureau, contract manufacturer, or design-for-AM consultancy operating in the UK, EU, or globally. Providers declare process capabilities (SLM, DMLS, EBM, LPBF, DED, binder jetting, MJF, SLS, SLA), material experience, build envelope, and certifications before being admitted to the verified network.
How do I get matched to relevant engineering briefs?
Engineers submit briefs through ForgedLink specifying application, process, material, and certification requirements. Briefs that fit your declared capability land in your inbox automatically. You only see projects you qualify for — no cold leads, no waste.
Does ForgedLink take a commission on projects awarded?
No. ForgedLink operates on a provider subscription model (Starter, Pro, Enterprise) and never takes a percentage of the work you win. Your engineer relationships stay direct and off-platform once a project is accepted.
What does it cost to list on ForgedLink as a provider?
The Starter tier is free and gives you a verified listing plus up to 5 incoming briefs per month. Pro (£25/€29) and Enterprise (£85/€99) unlock priority placement, analytics, early job access, featured listing, and dedicated support.
What is the ForgedLink onboarding / vetting process?
New providers complete a 5-step VettedTrustScore onboarding: portfolio upload, a sandbox brief (trial RFQ), a micro-task (profile completion), job alert setup, and team access. Upload certifications (ISO 9001, AS9100D, NADCAP, ISO 13485, IATF 16949) for admin verification — verified certs unlock the green trust badge on your public profile.
How are peer reviews and ratings collected?
After a project is marked complete, the engineering team is prompted to rate you on accuracy, lead time, and material integrity. Reviews feed directly into your provider rating, which affects your listing rank. Providers with sustained strong reviews earn the Verified Expert tier, which drives repeat business.

Explore further

Resources for
AM service providers.

Live Feed Browse Open RFQs See the live job feed of structured Intelligent Technical Briefings — capability-matched to your shop. Get Started Declare Your Capability Set up your provider profile in 5 minutes — technologies, materials, certifications and build envelope. Network See the Provider Network Browse the public ForgedLink directory to see how other vetted providers present their capabilities. Reference AM Material Guide Detailed material profiles — useful for spec-aligning your declared capabilities and quoting accurately. Insights Industry Articles Reads on bid-win rates, provider differentiation, qualification audits and certification value. Case Studies Provider Outcomes See how other AM providers have used ForgedLink to win structured work and build long-term accounts.

For AM Service Providers

Your next project
is waiting.

Declare your capability. Get matched to engineers who need exactly what you build. Start with the projects that fit — and build a reputation that brings more.

Declare My Capability Are you an engineer? →
No commission — ever Matched within 24 hours Direct engineer relationships