The supplier selection process for procurement at MPCP CARE involves several key stages:

1. Vendor Identification: Vendors are identified based on business needs, considering factors like market share, pricing, and material availability.

2. Vendor Evaluation: Selected vendors undergo scrutiny for competence and credibility, including background checks on tenure, production capacity, market reputation, and compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., VAT, PAN). Geographical scope is also assessed.

3. Vendor Application & Registration: Shortlisted vendors complete MPCP’s application form after passing the background check.

 4. Vendor Audits: Quality audits are conducted based on the nature of goods (commodities or non-commodities) to assess technical and financial suitability.

5. Vendor Selection: The procurement team, including managers and commercial experts, reviews recommendations and finalizes vendors based on technical, quality, and cost criteria. For critical vendors, ethical, environmental, and social considerations are also factored in.