Identify and Appraise Potential Suppliers of Non-Critical Supplies

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
R/506/1758
Credits:
4
Guided learning hours:
15 hours

Assessment Guidance

Portfolio of Evidence

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know the difference between critical and non-critical supplies.

Additional details

Learners should understand the different critical and non-critical supplies required by their organisation.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe the characteristics of critical and non-critical supplies.
  • 1.2
    Define non-critical supplies in the context of your organisation.
2

Be able to identify potential sources of non-critical supplies.

Additional details

Understand the following and select appropriate sources:

  • supplier databases e.g. UVDB
  • approved supplier database
  • internet searches
  • supplier marketing material
  • stakeholder recommendation
  • framework agreements

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Explain the methods available for identifying potential suppliers.
  • 2.2
    Select the most appropriate method for identifying potential suppliers for a specific requirement.
3

Understand the purpose and process of supplier appraisal for non-critical items in procurement and supply.

Additional details

  • The procurement cycle
  • Key supplier appraisal criteria such as financial health, track record, quality systems, cost management, logistics, capacity, business outlook

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Explain the purpose of supplier appraisal for non-critical supplies.
  • 3.2
    Explain where supplier appraisal fits into the procurement cycle.
  • 3.3
    Explain the key criteria for evaluating potential suppliers of non-critical supplies.
4

Be able to gather and analyse supplier appraisal information.

Additional details

  • Obtain secondary data about the supplier
  • Access primary data about the supplier

    Evidence could include:

  • Dun and Bradstreet reports
  • supplier database reports
  • references
  • spreadsheets
  • graphs/tables
  • list of areas requiring further analysis Supplier questionnaire
  • commercial and technical visit report

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Obtain relevant information to appraise suppliers.
  • 4.2
    Use relevant criteria to analyse information to determine suitability of supplier.
5

Be able to present outcomes of supplier appraisal.

Additional details

Evidence could include:

    • email
    • spreadsheets
    • report

Evidence could include:

    • spreadsheets
    • graphs/tables
    • list of areas requiring further analysis

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Present outcomes of supplier appraisal to relevant stakeholders in an appropriate format with evidence to support decision.