Contract manufacturers of office furniture in Turkey: Companies based in Kocaeli and Ankara

Office Furniture Contract Manufacturers in Kocaeli: Kocaeli has a very strong industrial infrastructure, particularly in the Izmit and Gebze regions. This makes it a major center for office furniture production. Both large factories and small workshops do contract manufacturing here. How to Find a Manufacturer? Visit the Organized Industrial Zone (Kocaeli OSB) There are many furniture manufacturers in the Kocaeli OSB (Izmit). You can go door to door and ask, "Do you contract manufacture office furniture? Do you take on projects?" If you see signs like "Office Furniture," "Project Production," or "Contract Manufacturing" on factory doors, it's a good idea to work there. Gebze Industrial Zone: Because Gebze is close to Istanbul, many companies manufacture here. Workshops that contract manufacture for large office projects (call centers, corporate buildings) are common here. Ask logistics companies, "Do you ship office furniture to any manufacturers?" This way, you can reach manufacturers. Local Subcontractor Networks: Some small workshops in Kocaeli subcontract to larger companies. For example, if you walk into a workshop that does CNC cutting, laminating, and assembly and ask, "Who do you produce for? Office furniture." When you ask, "Are you taking on a furniture project?", you can reach the main manufacturer in the chain. Chamber of Commerce (KTOB – Kocaeli Chamber of Commerce and Industry) You can go to KTOB in central İzmit and ask, "Can I get a list of companies that contract manufacture office furniture?" They can provide some information when you specify your identity and business purpose.  Office Furniture Contract Manufacturers in Ankara Since Ankara is a city with a high need for public institutions, private companies and offices, the demand for office furniture is high. For this reason, many manufacturers engage in contract manufacturing here. How to Find a Manufacturer? Industrial Neighborhoods and Sites: Production is particularly concentrated in the following areas of Ankara: Etimesgut Industrial Site, Sincan Industrial Zone, Yenimahalle Organized Industrial Zone. In these areas, go to workshops marked "furniture," "office furniture," or "project production" and talk directly. Ask: "Do you take on corporate office projects? Do you do contract manufacturing?" Companies Participating in Public Tenders: In Ankara, public institutions (ministry, university, municipality) hold tenders for office furniture. The companies participating in these tenders are generally local manufacturers. You can physically examine the tender announcements of municipalities or institutions (they are posted at their headquarters). You can reach manufacturers by seeing who has submitted bids. Contacting Architects and Engineers' Offices: Visit architects' offices in Ankara who have built office buildings: "Who manufactured the office furniture in past projects? Have you had any contract manufacturing?" This way, you can learn the names of quality manufacturers. Transportation and Logistics Companies: Ask moving companies that transport office furniture in Ankara: "Which manufacturers ship the office furniture?" You can obtain the addresses of these manufacturers and visit them. Colleagues and Word of Mouth References: If you know a decorator, builder, or office manager who sets up offices in Ankara: "Where did you get the office furniture? Who manufactured it?" You can reach the manufacturer directly with these types of questions. Common Methods (For Kocaeli and Ankara) Fairs: Attend fairs close to Ankara and Kocaeli (for example, the Istanbul IFAT Furniture Fair). Manufacturers from both Kocaeli and Ankara are listed here. Municipal Industrial Guide: Municipal industrial units can provide information about manufacturers in the region. Professional Chambers: Contact the Chamber of Furniture Makers and Carpenters. Their members may include contract manufacturers. Conclusion: To find contract manufacturers for office furniture in Kocaeli and Ankara: Physically visit industrial zones. Speak directly with manufacturers and request samples. Get references from third parties such as chambers of commerce, transportation companies, and architects' offices. Leverage tenders and local networks.