Sourcing, Quality Control and Procurement

Step 1: Needs Assessment
The process begins with a thorough assessment of the client's needs, including the type of natural stone required, quantity, quality standards, budget constraints, and project timeline.

Step 2: Supplier Identification
Based on the client's requirements, potential suppliers are identified through industry contacts and ILCs Supplier database.

Step 3: Supplier Evaluation
Each potential supplier is evaluated based on criteria such as reputation, experience, reliability, quality standards, environmental practices, and compliance with industry regulations.

Step 4: Request for Quotations (RFQ)
Guiding the client’s procurement team to prepare and send RFQs to selected suppliers, outlining specifications and requesting pricing, availability, lead times, and other relevant information.

Step 5: Sample Evaluation
Samples of natural stone materials are requested from shortlisted suppliers for evaluation and comparison.

Samples are assessed for factors such as color consistency, veining, texture, finish quality, and overall appearance and workmanship

Step 6: Price Negotiation & Contractual agreements
Working hand in hand with client’s procurement team to negotiate with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, volume discounts, favorable payment terms, and other concessions.

ILC team will provide evaluation based on technical comparison and questionnaire issued to tenderers.

Step 7: Quality Assurance & material acceptance
Quality assurance protocols are established to ensure that sourced natural stone materials meet the desired standards of quality, consistency, and performance.

Quality inspections shall be conducted at the supplier's facility prior to shipment.

Upon receipt of natural stone materials at the project site, the consultant of the project to inspect the received material and to verify conformity with the inspection reports issued during ILC visits to the supplier/manufacturer facilities (locally or overseas)

Step 8: Supplier Relationship Management
Ongoing communication and relationship management with suppliers are maintained throughout the procurement process to address any issues, track order progress, resolve disputes, and ensure timely delivery of materials.

By following these step-by-step guidelines, the natural stone sourcing and procurement process is conducted efficiently and effectively, ensuring the timely acquisition of high-quality materials that meet the client's needs and expectations.