Supply Chain Engagement. 2.3.1. Simplify procurement processes to encourage greater SME involvement Ensure obligations in the framework agreement which bring certainty to delivery of SME engagement strategy (fair payment, collaborative values flow down the supply chain, pipeline visibility, performance management) Provide mechanisms for greater client influence over negotiations with its supply chain Mandatory
Supply Chain Engagement. 1.5.1. Agree SME and supply chain engagement strategy, for example • Ensure engagement in, regional and local frameworks • Emphasise the involvement and integration of tier 2/3 suppliers within the framework and design team • Ensure transparent approach and client engagement with supply chain • Local sourcing, fair payment provision down the supply chain, measure and monitor engagement • Share pipeline opportunities for supply sub-contractor packages Mandatory
Supply Chain Engagement. 23.1 In order to maximise efficiencies in the supply chain (whether on a local or national basis) required for the development, construction and subsequent maintenance and operation of the Development, the Tenant shall (whether alone or in partnership with other offshore wind developers):
Supply Chain Engagement. 3.5.1. Implement mechanisms that bring certainty to intended level of SME engagement and client visibility of supply chain • Enable clients to have some influence over the selection and management of supply chain decisions • Provide pipeline visibility to all contractors in the supply chain • Early engagement of supply chain to influence specification and buildability decisions • Ensure clear processes are established to ensure collaborative values and Tier 1 terms and conditions are cascaded down the supply chain. • Ensure that Fair Payment is made to all contractors in the supply chain within 30 days or as may be revised by Government from time to time. Discretionary • Demonstrate fair payment practices are adopted throughout the supply chain • Financial Due diligence of supply Chain
