Vendor selection plays a significant role in setting up and operationalizing of the creches. This process starts as soon as the Program Team, particularly the Logistic Coordinator joins the team. The process starts with going through the list of required items for creches which would help the person identify what kinds of vendors would be needed, and ends at the supply and delivery of items at the creches.

It is strongly suggested that the procurement team or panel discuss the items mentioned in the next section, which has a list of items including one-time assets.

Few things to keep in mind

1. The vendors for a few items have been identified by the Foundation particularly for Anthro Equipment and toys, as in the absence of a central contract, chances of variations would be very high. Also, timely availability of materials may impact the start of the operations. It is advisable to reach out to the point person from the Foundation for the same.

2. For groceries and other regular supplies at the creches, it is advisable to have the local vendors.

3. For LPG, it is advisable to go for commercial connections on the name of the Organization. In cases where it is challenging, the same can be discussed and the best alternatives should be decided by the team.

4. The terms and conditions must be clearly stated and agreed upon in writing for future compliance.

5. For LPG, currently, we may have one additional cylinder per cluster (10 centers) to meet the emergency need. However, discussions are underway to find more suitable alternatives to meet the emergency need in case the cylinder is exhausted.