DIRECT ANSWERFor an inspection-heavy vessel, assess whether the proposed shop can provide access, personnel, procedures, equipment and time for the required NDE, witness, hold and documentation load. Check subcontracted NDE and inspector availability.
Capability evidence
- ITP stage and expected examination volume
- Qualified NDE methods, personnel and facilities
- Hold-point notice and inspector access
- Repair/reinspection and dossier capacity
Relevant manufacturing capability
- Drawing, datasheet and equipment-list manufacturability review
- Self-manufactured and coordinated-supply scope identification
- Technical, quality, document and delivery clarification
Key notes
- A general quality certificate does not prove capacity for the project's inspection sequence.