Flattened Pattern to step
Will 'Save as Mesh' give you a result you can use?
Here is the mesh imported back into the original file.
ETFrench
A Flat Pattern, as you say, not export to a STEP but a sheet metal model, that is in an Unfold state will. The Screencast will explain.
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@jhackney1972 's exporting from unfold is easier, but you can also export from flat pattern. In a new file you can insert flat pattern as Derive (select Flat Pattern from Browser):
Insert Derive brings flat pattern body to the new file. Now export from this file:
