Article: Basic information about supplier qualification
You can get basic information about supplier qualification at Deutsche Bahn here.
The following criteria determine whether your company is basically suitable in terms of procurement law to become a potential contract partner of Deutsche Bahn
- Expertise
- Capability
- Reliability (including law-abidance)
Supplier qualification is carried out according to product group and is usually independent of any specific award procedure. A product group defines a specific range of products or services. A company can be qualified for several product groups.A special, more formal type of supplier qualification which again is independent of any specific award procedure entails the setting up and management of an auditing system pursuant to Section 24 SektVO (Sector Regulation) for reviewing the suitability of potential applicants (prequalification). This is carried out for selected supplies/services.
Process flow
Here you will find an overview of the supplier qualification process. You will also get extra information on the supplier qualification process start and process alternatives.
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