Acquistion and Logistics
Control
Movement of material from workshop floor to end-point is oftentimes a complex and lengthy process. Each item must be sufficiently described, prepared, packaged, and tracked through each phase of the movement.
Movement
Materials undergo a wide range of handling techniques during shipment. The aspects of temperature, weight and placement play significant part so as to protect the material from outside forces or factors.
Acquisition
-
Need Identification – Agencies define what they require.
-
Specification Development – Clear criteria and standards are set.
-
Solicitation – Requests for proposals (RFPs), bids, or quotes are issued.
-
Evaluation – Submissions are reviewed for compliance and value.
-
Award – Contracts are granted to the winning vendor.
-
Contract Management – Performance is monitored and payments are made.
-
Closeout – Final review and documentation.
Loading and Storage
Materials undergo a wide range of handling techniques during shipment. The aspects of temperature, weight and placement play significant part so as to protect the material from outside forces or factors.