Request for Proposals for U.S. Hardware Manufacturing

This document is a Request for Proposals (RFP) issued by OpenAI to establish U.S.-based hardware manufacturing and assembly. The objective is to localize significant portions of manufacturing for hardware devices and data centers over the next decade. OpenAI aims to partner with U.S. manufacturers to support its hardware programs in consumer electronics, AI datacenters, and robotics. The RFP outlines the scope of proposals, which includes various manufacturing areas such as final assembly, electronics PCB assembly, and advanced node silicon for consumer devices, as well as components for robotics and datacenters. Additionally, the document addresses confidentiality concerns for proprietary information submitted by respondents. It specifies proposal instructions, evaluation criteria, and key dates for submission and vendor selection, emphasizing the need for proposals that align with OpenAI's strategic vision and U.S. industrial goals.