AUDITING & VENDOR ASSESSMENT

INSPED provides independent auditing and vendor assessment services to evaluate supplier capability, quality systems, and compliance with project and international requirements.

Our audits are designed to minimize project risks, ensure supplier reliability, and verify that manufacturing processes meet contractual and technical expectations.

Scope of Services

1. Vendor Pre-Qualification Assessment
   Evaluation of supplier capability, technical resources, production capacity, and past performance prior to vendor approval.
2. Quality Management System (QMS) Audits
   Assessment of compliance with ISO 9001 and project-specific quality requirements, including procedures, traceability, and document control.
3. Process & Manufacturing Audits
   Verification of fabrication processes such as welding, heat treatment, NDT, coating, and assembly in line with applicable standards and approved procedures.
4. Welding & Special Process Audits
   Review of WPS/PQR qualifications, welder certifications, and compliance with standards such as ISO 3834, ISO 15614, ISO 9606.
5. NDT System Evaluation
   Assessment of NDT practices, personnel certification (ISO 9712 / ASNT), equipment calibration, and reporting systems.
6. HSE & Facility Assessment
   Evaluation of health, safety, and environmental practices, workshop conditions, equipment capability, and operational controls.
7. Sub-Supplier & Material Traceability Audit
   Verification of procurement processes, material certification, and full traceability from raw material to final product.

Audit Deliverables

• Detailed Audit Reports with findings, observations, and non-conformities
• Gap Analysis against applicable standards and project requirements
• Corrective Action Requests (CARs) and follow-up verification
• Vendor rating and recommendation for approval, conditional approval, or rejection

Standards & Compliance

INSPED audits are performed in accordance with:

• ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
• ISO 3834 – Welding Quality Requirements
• ISO 9712 – NDT Personnel Certification
• ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety
• ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
• Client specifications, project procedures, and international codes

Commitment to Excellence

INSPED ensures that only qualified and capable vendors are selected by:

• Applying a risk-based auditing approach
• Ensuring full transparency and impartiality
• Supporting clients in supplier qualification and performance monitoring
• Enhancing overall project quality, safety, and compliance