EOT Crane Vendor Scoring Sheet
Quick Answer
Do not select an EOT crane vendor only by lowest price. Score each supplier on requirement fit, BOM disclosure, safety clarity, FAT/SAT plan, scope completeness, references, commercial terms, service/spares confidence, and total ownership cost.
A vendor scoring sheet makes crane procurement less emotional. It helps a buyer compare technical confidence, trust signals, documentation, and lifecycle risk in one place.
Suggested Vendor Scoring Criteria
| Criterion | Weight | What Good Looks Like |
|---|---|---|
| Requirement and duty fit | 15% | Vendor understands capacity, span, lift, duty, speeds, environment, and usage. |
| BOM and makes disclosure | 15% | Clear makes, models, datasheets, and no hidden substitution. |
| Safety device clarity | 10% | Limit switches, overload protection, emergency stops, alarms, and interlocks are defined. |
| FAT/SAT acceptance clarity | 10% | Vendor agrees on test evidence before dispatch and final handover. |
| Scope completeness | 10% | Freight, erection, commissioning, load test, and documentation are clear. |
| References and trust | 10% | Relevant installations and reference checks are available. |
| Commercial clarity | 10% | Warranty, delivery, payment, exclusions, and support are explicit. |
| Service and spares | 10% | Response process and spare availability are credible. |
| Price and TCO | 10% | Price is normalized with maintenance and downtime risk. |
How to Score
Use a 1 to 10 score for each criterion. A cheap vendor with vague BOM, weak safety details, and unclear acceptance should not beat a slightly higher quote with stronger evidence.