Vendor Evaluation Scorecard
Evaluate mandatory gates before using weighted scores. A strong total cannot compensate for a failed mandatory requirement.
Method And Expected Result
Example rubric: claimed 0.5, documented 0.75, demonstrated 1.0. A contracted future promise is a delivery condition, not proof of present capability. Weighted points = weight × score / 4 × evidence factor. Weights must total 100. Keep failed or pending mandatory gates outside the passing set.
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Working Sheet
| Criterion | Weight % | Score 0-4 | Evidence factor 0-1 | Weighted points | Mandatory gate | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workflow fit | 35 | 3 | 1 | Unresolved | Pass | Observed scenario |
| Implementation | 20 | 3 | 0.75 | Unresolved | Pending | Documented plan |
| Security | 20 | 2 | 0.5 | Unresolved | Pending | Claim awaiting test |
| Operating cost | 15 | 3 | 0.75 | Unresolved | Not mandatory | Scoped estimate |
| Support | 10 | 2 | 0.75 | Unresolved | Not mandatory | Service proposal |
The Excel toolkit includes the Vendor scorecard worksheet for this resource. CSV exports contain current values; Excel retains the calculator formulas.
