Delivered parts, not just drawings.
SourceSmith handles CAD, manufacturability, supplier sourcing, and negotiation – so you get production-ready parts on your doorstep without wrestling with machine shops.
How it works
A simple, done-for-you pipeline from idea to delivered parts.
You send your idea or files
Sketches, existing STEP/IGES, basic drawings, or even reference parts. We clarify requirements, quantities, target costs, and timeline.
We optimise the design for manufacture
We model or refine your CAD, apply DFM best practices, set appropriate tolerances, and create production-ready drawings and BOMs.
We source and negotiate with manufacturers
We send controlled RFQs to multiple trusted suppliers, answer their technical questions, and negotiate pricing, lead time, and terms on your behalf.
You approve the final quote
We present a clear quote summary, highlight trade-offs (cost vs lead time vs quality), and recommend the best option for your situation.
Built for people who don't want to manage manufacturers
Product founders & startups
Turn early concepts into real parts without hiring an internal engineer or supply-chain team.
Ecommerce & physical product brands
Need housings, brackets, fixtures, and assemblies supplied repeatedly with predictable cost and lead time.
Design agencies & consultants
You handle industrial design and UX – we turn your designs into manufacturable parts and manage supply so you don't have to.
Small manufacturers & fabricators
Overflow design and sourcing support when you're too busy to fix customer drawings but still want the work.
What we do for you
DFM Design & Drawing Pack
We create or refine CAD models and drawings so your parts are ready to make.
- 3D CAD model
- 2D manufacturing drawings with tolerances & notes
- Flat patterns / DXFs for laser or waterjet (where applicable)
- Basic BOM and material/finish specification
Sourcing & Negotiation
We identify suitable suppliers, prepare RFQs, and negotiate on your behalf.
- 2–5 vetted suppliers approached
- Technical questions handled for you
- Pricing & lead time negotiation
- Risk/fit assessment for each supplier
How pricing works
We keep pricing simple and transparent.
DFM Design & Drawing Pack
Fixed project fee based on complexity
Sourcing & Negotiation
Included or charged as a small fixed fee per project
Procurement & Supply
We add a modest margin on top of supplier costs
You'll always see:
- A clear total price for delivered parts
- What's included (DFM, sourcing, purchasing, logistics)
- Estimated lead times
No surprise hourly bills, no vague "consulting" charges – just clear pricing for delivered outcomes.
Why clients choose SourceSmith
Manufacturing-led, not just CAD-led
We design with real machines, materials, and shop constraints in mind – not just pretty geometry.
We speak both languages
We translate between your product goals and your suppliers' technical requirements so both sides are aligned.
Fewer surprises, fewer revisions
Better DFM and clearer drawings mean fewer rejects, fewer delays, and fewer expensive "we didn't realise…" moments.
One point of contact
You don't have to chase three different shops, interpret their feedback, or push for updates. We handle all of that.
Frequently asked questions
Start a project
Tell us a bit about your part or product and we'll get back to you with next steps and an estimated range.