There are 3 phases for this process:
1) Find the candidates, and scan their interest level and capabilities. This would take 2 to 3 weeks.
2) RFQ (Request for Quotation), RFP (Request for Proposal) preparation, questions and answers. This would take 2 to 3 weeks.
3) On-site visit and assessment, RFQ, RFP review. This would take 2 weeks.
4) Manufacturing service agreement draft, review and negotiation. This would take 2 to 4 weeks.