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supplier-research

Research and evaluate suppliers for B2B procurement with verification and comparison matrices.

Updated Apr 14, 2026
Search Tags:#sourcing#risk-assessment#rfp#tco#vendor-evaluation#import-verification#supplier-research
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/NS-Vandana/Med-Save-Hub --skill supplier-research-ns-vandana
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: supplier-research
Source: https://github.com/NS-Vandana/Med-Save-Hub/tree/main/secondary_skills/supplier-research
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/NS-Vandana/Med-Save-Hub --skill supplier-research-ns-vandana

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps procurement and sourcing teams discover, verify, and compare suppliers so they can reduce risk, control total landed cost, and select vendors that meet quality, capacity, and compliance needs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Supplier discovery: Targeted search patterns and platform recommendations (Thomasnet, Alibaba, Global Sources, IndiaMART, ImportYeti) to create an initial longlist of 8–12 candidates.
  • Verification & risk assessment: Customs-data checks, certificate and business-license verification, address validation, financial and operational red-flag screening.
  • Evaluation & RFP support: Weighted vendor evaluation matrices, TCO modeling, RFP/RFQ structure and scoring guidance, and negotiation levers for price, MOQs, payment terms, and tooling.
  • Use case: Sourcing a new medical consumable across China+1 geographies; produce a 3–5 vendor shortlist with samples, inspection plan, and recommended contract terms.

Quick Start

Find and evaluate suppliers for 10,000 disposable surgical gowns with a 3-month lead time, producing a 3–5 vendor shortlist, a weighted evaluation matrix, and an RFP template.

Frequently Asked Questions about supplier-research

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find and vet B2B suppliers for procurement?▼

To vet B2B suppliers for procurement, you create an initial longlist of 8–12 candidates using platforms like Thomasnet or Alibaba, then verify them through customs-data checks, business-license validation, and financial red-flag screening.

What is the best way to compare vendors using a weighted evaluation matrix?▼

The best way to compare vendors is building a weighted evaluation matrix that scores candidates against criteria like total cost of ownership, capacity, and compliance, producing a shortlist of 3–5 top suppliers for RFP preparation.

Can I estimate total landed cost and TCO for suppliers in China, Vietnam, and Mexico?▼

Yes, TCO modeling is fully supported for sourcing across geographies including China, Vietnam, India, and Mexico, allowing you to estimate total landed costs and compare supplier expenses accurately.

How do I verify supplier risk through customs data and business licenses?▼

Supplier risk verification involves checking customs data, validating business licenses and certificates, and screening financial and operational red flags to ensure vendor compliance and reliability.

Does supplier research support RFP and RFQ preparation with negotiation levers?▼

Supplier research supports RFP and RFQ preparation by providing scoring guidance, TCO estimates, and negotiation levers for price, MOQs, payment terms, and tooling to optimize procurement contracts.

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