REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP)

Global Scrap Materials Procurement – Trial Shipment & Long-Term Supply

Buyer Profile

We are an international trading company with established global operations and continuous demand for ferrous and non-ferrous scrap materials.
This RFP is issued to identify direct, reliable yard owners capable of supplying a trial shipment, with the objective of entering into regular monthly supply arrangements with qualified suppliers.

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Scope of Materials

Suppliers may submit proposals for one or more of the following materials:
• Iron Scrap HMS 1 & 2
• Copper Cathodes (Grade A – LME standard preferred)
• Copper Wire Scrap (Millberry, 99.9% purity)
• Aluminum Scrap (all grades and types)
• Aluminum Sheets 6063
• Zurba Aluminum Scrap
• Car Wire Scrap (Copper or Aluminum)

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Trial Quantity & Supply Potential
• Trial shipment: 100–200 MT per material
• Future potential: Monthly shipments for up to 12 months, subject to successful trial completion and commercial performance

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Mandatory Supplier Eligibility Criteria

Only proposals that fully meet the following requirements will be considered:
1. Clear confirmation of yard location and that the materials are fully owned by the supplier
2. Current available quantity per material, ready for export
3. Written acceptance of independent third-party inspection (SGS / Bureau Veritas) prior to loading
4. Ability to quote FOB prices

⚠️ Proposals failing to address any of the above points will be automatically disqualified.

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Inspection, Payment & Logistics Terms (Strictly Non-Negotiable)

Our standard transaction procedure is fixed and applies to all suppliers without exception:
• Buyer representatives will travel to the supplier’s country
• Physical inspection, testing, and verification will be conducted at the supplier’s yard
• 100% payment will be executed only after successful inspection
• Shipping and logistics will be arranged and handled entirely by the buyer

Important Notice:
• No Letters of Intent (LOI)
• No advance payments
• No escrow arrangements
• No intermediaries unless they are the legal owner of the material

Any proposal suggesting deviations from these terms will not be considered.

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Required Submission & Verification Documents

Suppliers must submit the following as part of their proposal:
1. Best and final FOB prices for the trial quantity (100–200 MT)
• Prices will be used strictly for evaluation
• Competitive and compliant suppliers may be considered for long-term monthly contracts
2. Verification materials:
• A recent short video of the yard/warehouse clearly showing:
• Available materials
• Supplier’s yard signboard
• Today’s date stated verbally or displayed
• Clear, high-quality photos of the current stock
3. Copy of a valid trade license / company registration

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Evaluation Process
• Proposals will be reviewed based on price competitiveness, transparency, compliance, and inspection readiness
• Shortlisted suppliers will be invited to an online meeting
• Final selection will be made solely at the buyer’s discretion

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Submission Notice

This RFP is intended for serious, qualified suppliers only.
Incomplete, conditional, or non-compliant submissions will not receive a response.