Supplier Assurance

Independent supplier assessments, with Mandarin Chinese capability for direct engagement and review of Chinese-language documents.

We help businesses assess whether suppliers can meet their HSEQ, quality and contractual requirements. Our support covers supplier selection, prequalification, audits and ongoing assurance, with findings that help you make informed decisions.

We review supplier information against your requirements, identifying gaps and areas that need further clarification before appointment. Support includes:

• HSEQ and quality questionnaire reviews
• Management system and certification checks
• Review of competence, experience and supporting evidence
• Tender HSEQ and quality evaluations
• Recommendations for further assessment or contractual controls

We conduct risk-based audits to assess how suppliers manage their activities and apply controls in practice. Support includes:

• Audit planning against client, ISO, API and contractual requirements
• On-site and remote supplier audits
• Review of procedures, records and operational controls
• Clear findings and prioritised corrective actions
• Follow-up reviews of action closure and supporting evidence

Our Mandarin Chinese capability supports direct discussions with suppliers and review of original Chinese-language procedures and records.

Combined with international HSEQ experience, this helps clients understand supplier arrangements, clarify technical requirements and investigate gaps that may be less apparent in translated summaries. Support includes:

• Engagement with Chinese suppliers and manufacturers
• Review of original Chinese-language HSEQ and quality documents
• Supplier prequalification and tender assessments
• Manufacturing and shipyard audits
• Clarification of client requirements and audit findings

We help businesses maintain oversight after contract award, with assurance proportionate to supplier risk and the scope of work. Support includes:

• Supplier assurance plans and audit schedules
• Review of supplier performance and recurring issues
• Corrective action monitoring
• Assessment of changes affecting supplier capability
• Reporting of findings and priorities to project teams and leadership

Support is available for equipment manufacturers, fabrication businesses, shipyards, offshore and marine suppliers, and service contractors across energy and industry.

Each assessment is tailored to the supplier’s activities, the project stage and your requirements.