Expediting Services: Article-2

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Communication with TPI

Expeditor needs to coordinate with Inspection Agency/ Third Party Inspector (TPI) to clear all the hold points as per Inspection & Test Plan (ITP).

These inspectors are contracted through EPC organization. Expeditor to have good contact with Third-Party Inspector and ensure there shall be no communication gap to avoid any delay in deliverables or hold points.

Communication with Vendor on Transportation

Expeditor to ensure that vendor/supplier has 

  • Shipping Address with phone number and contact of job site or carrier way
  • Know jobsite hours
  • Any special requirements prior to entering jobsite (including dress code

Expeditor need to request following from supplier
  • Weights and Dimensions of the equipment to be delivered
  • Packing slips
  • Photos after equipment has been loaded
  • Unloading requirements


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