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Whether you’re scaling production, raising capital, or applying for IRA credits, compliance determines access to funding.

We help manufacturers prove it before auditors, investors, or regulators ever walk through the door.

THREE WAYS TO GET COMPLIANCE READY

Whether you're preparing for Series A, CHIPS Act funding, or PE acquisition, we help manufacturers get audit-ready. Every engagement starts with a free 30-minute assessment.

Consultation on a per project basis are additionally available.

ES & Associates consultant performing virtual document review and supply chain assessment.

Compliance Gap Analysis

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  • Manufacturers preparing for CHIPS Act, IRA 45X, or venture-capital due-diligence reviews who need a verified baseline and corrective plan.

  • Remote audit of your current documentation, supplier declarations, and operational systems. We identify FEOC exposure, verify domestic content claims, and highlight the exact actions required to meet IRA and CHIPS Act compliance thresholds.

    • FEOC & domestic content pre-assessment summary

    • IRA/45X eligibility screen + risk map

    • Gap analysis with prioritized corrective actions

    • Written compliance readiness report for leadership or funding partners

  • Hourly virtual session (1, 2, 5, or 10-hour blocks).
    Sessions can be split across multiple days to accommodate complex reviews.

  • $400/hour (virtual pre-audit)

    $1,800 / 5-hour block (includes supplier origin mapping)

    $3,400 / 10-hour block (includes complete compliance + throughput report)

  • Book Hourly Consultation
    Upload supplier lists, BOMs, and certifications for initial screening at booking for faster turnaround.

    NDA and intake form supplied in booking process.

ES & Associates consultant conducting on-site manufacturing audit and verification.

On-Site Compliance Audit

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  • Manufacturers seeking verified, investor-ready documentation that satisfies CHIPS Act, IRA 45X, and venture-capital funding requirements.

  • Full-facility verification connecting operational claims to evidence. We inspect production flows, interview operators, and capture proof for audit-grade documentation.

    • On-site verification checklist with timestamped proof

    • Photo-documented evidence binder

    • FEOC exposure & compliance validation report

    • Corrective action plan mapped to IRA/45X frameworks

    • Certificate of Verification (internal or third-party)

  • 1–3 days (on-site + remote prep)
    Travel billed separately at cost.

  • $3,200/day (+ travel) Add-on $1,000 for extended supplier trace or labor analysis.

  • Schedule On-Site Audit
    Provide production layouts and supplier data for scoping.

    NDA and Intake form provided at time of booking, including file upload link.

ES & Associates monthly advisory retainer monitoring manufacturing compliance.

Advisory Retainer

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  • Manufacturers scaling production while maintaining continuous qualification for IRA credits, CHIPS funding, and VC investment readiness.

  • An ongoing partnership for U.S. manufacturers committed to domesticating supply chains and expanding through federal and state programs. We identify incentive and grant opportunities, review LOIs and supplier contracts, and lead coordination with universities and public-private alliances to secure funding and low-cost R&D collaboration.

    • Continuous FEOC & domestic-content verification

    • Supplier alignment for IRA / CHIPS / 45X eligibility

    • Review of LOIs, supply agreements, and investment documents

    • Identification of federal, state, and academic grant programs matching your production goals

    • Partnership development with colleges and innovation centers for capstone projects and low-cost R&D

    • Readiness briefings and documentation for grant and investor submissions

    • Unlimited advisory calls + quarterly opportunity report

    • Annual certification & funding eligibility binder for renewal or audit

  • 3–12 month retainers (renewable monthly).
    Includes scheduled monthly review calls and on-demand document review.

    • $2,500 / month – Light Support: One facility; quarterly reviews + program tracking.

    • $4,500 / month – Portfolio Support: Up to three entities; supplier & funding strategy + unified reporting.

    • $9,000 / month – Full Partner Advisory: Multi-facility integration, grant leadership, and investment oversight.

  • Pay for 1st month Advisory Retainer →

    Submit your investment profile to determine engagement scope.

    NDA, Retainer agreement and Intake form provided at time of booking, including file upload link.

What Most Clients Need

While you can book hourly consultations or single-day audits individually, most investors combine services into focused project outcomes. Here are the most common combinations.

Common Project Packages

  • Scope:

    • Capacity audit + cost validation + management stability assessment

    Typical engagement:

    • 1 on-site day + 5 hours remote analysis

    Typical cost:

    • $5,200 (plus travel expenses)

  • Scope:

    • Current supply chain mapping + compliance audit + vendor vetting + transition roadmap

    Typical engagement:

    • 2 on-site days + 10 hours remote analysis

    Typical cost:

    • $10,400 (plus travel expenses)

  • Scope:

    • QA readiness + scaling capability + compliance gaps + certification prep

    Typical engagement:

    • 1 on-site day + 5 hours remote analysis

    Typical cost:

    • $5,200

  • Scope:

    • Everything above combined: M&A + supply chain + process + safety + 90-day fix plan

    Typical engagement:

    • 3 on-site days + 15 hours remote analysis

    Typical cost:

    • $15,600

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Start With a Free 30-Minute Compliance Assessment

Every engagement begins with a no-obligation conversation. We'll review your production, compliance gaps, and funding goals; then recommend the right path to audit-readiness.

On the call, we'll discuss:

• Your production scale and funding timeline
• Current compliance status (FEOC, IRA, CHIPS)
• Documentation gaps and certification needs
• Budget and scope recommendations

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