Supplier evaluation checklist (scoring template)
Choosing the lowest price is the most expensive mistake in poultry procurement. This scoring template balances price against delivery, references, warranty and after-sales — the four factors that determine total cost of ownership.
- Weighted scoring
- Reference checks
- TCO focus
Suggested weights
Price 30%, delivery & on-time record 20%, references in your region 20%, warranty & spare-parts availability 15%, technical capability 15%. Adjust to project risk profile.
Reference checks
Ask each finalist for three references in a similar climate and capacity — and actually call them. Ask about downtime, spares lead times and warranty responsiveness.
Financial due diligence
Request audited accounts for the last two years, especially for turnkey EPC awards. Dun & Bradstreet reports are cheap insurance.
After-sales network
Verify local service partner presence, spare-parts warehouse location, and average response time. This decides your uptime for the next decade.
Common questions
- Are HatchMatch suppliers pre-evaluated?
- Yes. Every manufacturer in the network is verified for legal status, references and product certifications before being invited to quote.
- What if all quotes miss my budget?
- Reissue with revised scope, or use HatchMatch financing to close the gap on a technically sound offer.