China sourcing coordination
From design freeze to export handover, each checkpoint should have an owner, an evidence request and a decision date.
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We record building use, footprint, clear span, eave height, crane needs, envelope specification, installation country and target port. Site loads and code basis must come from the buyer's qualified project team. Unknown inputs are marked as open rather than silently assumed by a supplier.
Shortlisted suppliers state the wind, snow, seismic and serviceability basis used in their preliminary offer. The buyer's local engineer checks whether those assumptions suit the jurisdiction. Foundation and erection responsibilities are clarified in the commercial scope.
We compare primary steel, purlins, bracing, fasteners, cladding, coatings and documentation side by side. Exceptions remain visible until the buyer accepts or resolves them. A welded subassembly may reduce some site fitting but consume more shipping volume; a bolted knock-down system can pack compactly yet increases connection and torque-control work at installation. Ask suppliers to state member grade, bolt specification and coating repair method for the quoted arrangement. Compare galvanized and painted finishes against the same exposure and maintenance plan. Ask for the coating mass or dry film thickness, where applicable, and check how the supplier proposes to repair cut edges, welds and transport damage.
After supplier selection, the buyer and project professionals review drawings and submittals. We coordinate dates and document requests; the supplier remains responsible for production and quality control. Inspection hold points can be assigned before dispatch.
The packing plan should protect coated members and keep bolts, panels and trims traceable. We help check packing lists, shipment documents and the agreed Incoterm. Container loading and destination clearance responsibilities must be explicit.
The site team needs unloading, storage, lifting and erection information from the supplier. We coordinate the handover record and open questions. Installation supervision, structural sign-off and local permits remain with the contracted specialists.
| Checkpoint | Requested record | Review owner |
|---|---|---|
| Before quote | Design inputs and exclusions | Buyer and project engineer |
| Before fabrication | Approved drawings and material schedule | Selected supplier and buyer team |
| Before dispatch | Inspection, packing and shipment records | Supplier, inspector and buyer |
These are process checkpoints, not claims that a particular project has passed inspection. Each sourcing request needs its own evidence set and acceptance criteria.
Share the expected order date, shipping destination and site readiness milestone. We can map the procurement handoffs with you.