ISO 20400 – Sustainable Procurement Assessment

Overview

ISO 20400 provides guidelines for integrating sustainability into procurement processes. Our assessment helps organizations:

  • Align purchasing practices with ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) goals

  • Meet stakeholder expectations for ethical sourcing

  • Reduce risks in supply chains

  • Improve compliance with international standards

Who It’s For

  • Corporations implementing sustainable procurement policies

  • Public sector organizations with ESG mandates

  • Suppliers aiming to meet client sustainability requirements

  • NGOs and institutions promoting ethical supply chains

Why an ISO 20400 Assessment Matters

  • Risk Mitigation: Identify unsustainable practices in your supply chain

  • Cost Savings: Optimize procurement through resource-efficient processes

  • Reputation Boost: Demonstrate commitment to ethical sourcing

  • Competitive Edge: Qualify for tenders requiring sustainable procurement proof

Scope of Our Remote Assessment

  • Policy Review: Evaluate procurement policies against ISO 20400 guidelines

  • Supplier Evaluation: Assess sustainability criteria in vendor selection

  • Process Audit: Review purchasing workflows for ESG integration

  • Stakeholder Interviews: Engage with procurement teams and suppliers

  • Improvement Plan: Prioritized actions to enhance sustainability

Our 6-Step Remote Assessment Process

  1. Scoping Call: Define assessment focus areas

  2. Document Submission: Procurement policies, supplier codes of conduct

  3. Virtual Interviews: Key personnel and supplier discussions

  4. Data Analysis: Review purchasing data and sustainability metrics

  5. Findings Workshop: Present gaps and improvement opportunities

  6. Final Report: Issue Conformity Assessment Certificate

Deliverables

  • Conformity Assessment Certificate (valid 3 years)

  • Sustainable Procurement Gap Report

  • Supplier Engagement Toolkit

  • Customized Implementation Roadmap

  • Executive Summary Presentation

Why Company Certification Int.?

  • Sector-Specific Expertise: Tailored for manufacturing, healthcare, retail, etc.

  • Actionable Insights: Clear steps to improve procurement sustainability

  • Global Standards Alignment: Complies with UN SDGs and ESG frameworks

  • Remote Efficiency: No disruption to operations

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FAQ

Q: Is ISO 20400 certification possible?
A: No, ISO 20400 is a guidance standard (not certifiable). Our Conformity Assessment provides formal recognition of your alignment with its best practices.

Q: How long does the assessment take?
A: Typically 4-6 weeks, depending on organization size and complexity.

Q: Can small businesses benefit from this?
A: Absolutely! We tailor assessments for SMEs with scalable solutions.

Q: What’s the difference between this and ISO 26000?
A: ISO 20400 focuses specifically on sustainable procurement, while ISO 26000 covers broader social responsibility.

Q: Do you assess suppliers too?
A: Yes, we offer supplier sustainability evaluations as an add-on service.

FAQ's

Starting with your initial consultation with our ISO specialists and progressing through certification, the timeline can be as short as 15 days. However, the duration is contingent upon the size and complexity of your business. It's worth noting that we can often expedite the process and reduce costs by preparing the Documented Management System Manual on your behalf, which can also accelerate the certification for your business.

Following ISO 17021 guidelines, accredited certification bodies must provide certified organizations with certificates covering a 3-year certification cycle. Extensions beyond this timeframe are possible with the completion of necessary external audits and adherence to the certification cycle. ISO Certification, for instance, commonly issues certificates throughout a ten-year contract period.

At Company Certification, our dedication is to ensure that ISO certification remains cost-effective for all our clients. The expenses involved depend on various factors including your industry sector, annual turnover, number of employees, and other considerations. Feel free to utilize our complimentary calculator to receive an instant quote.

ISO certification is reserved for organizational entities, and not for individual professionals.

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