Supplier Quality Requirements

SUPPLIER PURCHASE ORDER QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

The following requirements apply at minimum. Additional requirements may be incorporated with the B&E Mfg purchase order.

Q1 QUALITY SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The Supplier shall provide and maintain a system that complies with ISO9001, AS9100 or Nadcap.
Q2 CHANGES
The Supplier must notify B&E Mfg. of any changes in product or process definition, changes of suppliers and/or location.
Q3 RAW MATERIALS
Chemical and/or Physical test reports and special process certifications are required with each shipment, with full traceability from mill to source, as applicable.
Q4 RAW MATERIALS USED IN PURCHASED ARTICLES
Results of tests performed on specimens or detailed analyses of Supplier’s acceptance test results on all raw materials that are required to satisfy specification requirements, and which are employed in the fabrication of the articles purchased on a subcontract or purchase agreement shall be made available to B&E Mfg. upon request.
Q5 AGE CONTROL AND LIMITED LIFE PRODUCTS
Supplier will identify all materials which have limited shelf life. Supplier shall directly affix the useful life information (date of manufacture and expiration date) on the material container and certification. When environment is a factor, notification will include the storage condition required. Unless otherwise directed by the purchase order, a minimum of 80% of the applicable material shelf life will remain upon receipt by B&E Mfg.
Q6 IDENTIFICATION AND DATA RETRIEVAL
Where and to the extent traceability is a specified requirement, the Supplier shall apply a unique identification to individual product, material or batches. This identification data shall be recorded on and traceable to related Supplier records.
Q7 SUPPLIER RECORDS
The Supplier shall maintain suitable inspection and test records to serve as evidence of conformance with specified requirements. Such records shall be legible and traceable to the product involved. These records shall be maintained for a minimum of ten (10) years after final payment or as specified elsewhere in the purchase order.
Q8 INSPECTION AND TEST CHARACTERISTICS.
Supplier shall inspect and/or test as applicable, all characteristics defined by the purchase order and applicable drawing specifications pertinent to the work that the Supplier is responsible for performing.
Q9 RESUBMISSION OF NONCONFORMING ARTICLES OR MATERIALS.
Non-conforming articles and materials returned by B&E Mfg. and subsequently resubmitted by the Supplier shall bear adequate identification of such non-conformance, either on the articles, materials or applicable Supplier records. The Supplier shall provide evidence that the cause for non-conformances have been corrected and actions taken to preclude any recurrence. Supplier shall communicate immediately with B&E Mfg. to notify them of any non-conformance and identify corrective action to be taken, whether or not item is returned to B&E Mfg.
Q10 RIGHT OF ENTRY
B&E Mfg and its customers reserve the right to perform inspections and test on all articles, materials or services at all time and places. B&E Mfg and its customers also reserve the “right of entry” which shall allow the Supplier, Customer, or Regulatory agency to determine and verify the quality of work, records, and materials at any place, including the plant of the subcontractor.
Q11 GOVERNMENT SOURCE INSPECTION
When the Government or Customer elects to perform inspection at the Supplier's facility, the following requirement applies: All work on this order is subject to inspection and test by the Government or Customer at any time and place. The Government or Customer quality representative who has been delegated quality assurance functions on this procurement shall be notified immediately upon receipt of this order. The Government or Customer shall also be notified forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time articles or materials are ready for inspection or test.
Q12 STATEMENT OF CONFORMANCE
Each shipment must be accompanied by at least one legible copy of a statement of conformance. This statement shall specify that all contractual requirements have been adhered to, including all specifications and other applicable documents as cited in the purchase agreement, and that evidence is on file for review by a quality representative. The statement of conformance must contain at minimum: the part number, purchase order number, quantity, latest revision, name and address of the company certifying the part.
Q13 TEMPORARY SHIPPING PROTECTION
Product shall be handled and packaged in a manner to prevent damage or deterioration.
Q14 DFARS
The Supplier certifies that all products supplied against the purchase order fully complies with DFARS Clauses 252.225-7008 & 252.225-7009, unless otherwise specified.
Q15 COUNTERFEIT PARTS & MATERIAL
Suppliers shall comply with the requirements of AS6174 Counterfeit Materials.
Q16 CONFLICT MINERALS
The supplier will ensure compliance to U.S. Conflict Mineral laws.
Q17 AWARENESS
Suppliers shall ensure their employees are aware of the following:
1. Their contribution to our product conformity
2.Their contribution to our product safety
3.The importance of ethical behavior.
Q18 CONTROL AND MONITORING
B&E Mfg shall monitor external providers via metrics such as Quality and Delivery, and provide feedback as needed.
Q19 FOD REQUIREMENTS
Suppliers shall comply with the requirements of AS9146 FOD Prevention Program.
Q20 SUPPLIER CODE OF CONDUCT
All suppliers will comply with SOP 23-01 Supplier Code of Conduct, located on the bandemfg.com website.
Q21 ANTI-BRIBERY AND ANTI-CORRUPTION
Suppliers shall comply with the U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), as well as any related applicable local legislation.
Q22 ESCAPEMENT
Any escapement or non-conformance detected by the Supplier during processing, inspection or for any previous delivered B&E Mfg. product shall immediately be reported in writing to B&E Mfg Purchasing and Quality Assurance. 
Q23 WORKMANSHIP
Any defects that will affect form, fit or function, or are in excess of those allowed by the product standard, referenced specifications or B&E Mfg specifications shall be cause for rejection.
Q24 Lockheed Martin Note A83- Engineering Specification Requirements
Applicable to all Lockheed Martin designed parts. Requirements to be met are found here: www.lockheedmartin.com/en-us/suppliers/business-area-procurement/aeronautics/quality-requirements/supplier-quality-management-system.html
Q25 Boeing Quality Clause Q29
Applicable to suppliers of parts/services for Boeing. Requirements to be met are found here: www.boeingsuppliers.com/quality.html
Q26 DPAS Ratings
15CFR Part 700 (latest revision) compliance is required on all Purchase Orders invoking DPAS ratings.

Revision E - Revised 9/7/23