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Preparing your sourcing brief

The details that make quotations comparable.

  • State stone type and attach a colour or sample reference.
  • Specify application, sizes, thickness, tolerances, finish and edge treatment.
  • Include drawings, quantity with units, destination port and target timeline.
  • List required tests, packing and quotation currency.
Approving natural stone samples

Agree the acceptable range before production.

  • Review several pieces showing the representative shade and vein range.
  • Record sample ID, source, finish and dimensions.
  • Agree tolerances and acceptable repairs in writing.
  • Approve a physical sample before ordering.
Comparing supplier quotations

Check the complete scope.

  • Compare the same specification and quantity units.
  • Check fabrication inclusions, wastage and packing.
  • Separate inland transport and freight from material price.
  • Confirm payment stages, delivery basis, lead time and offer validity.
Planning inspections and packing

Set checkpoints before production starts.

  • Agree the sampling method and acceptance criteria.
  • List measurements, photos and inspection stages.
  • Confirm crate design, separators, labels and loading sequence.
  • Resolve deviations before authorising dispatch.

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Supplier comparison sheet (Excel)

Compare specifications, price and commercial terms.

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