Our scope
FIELDLOOM focuses on the information needed to evaluate a custom textile purchase: intended use, dimensions, materials, construction, decoration, packaging, testing needs and delivery context.
Background stories and labels are not substitutes for evidence. Confirm the legal entity on the quotation, the stated production location, the role of any subcontractors, and the documents that apply to the exact product under review.
Build the specification first
Send the same baseline to each prospective supplier so differences in the replies are visible. A useful brief can include:
- Use and dimensions: intended setting, finished size, tolerances and any folding constraints.
- Materials: preferred face, backing, fill and binding options, plus composition or weight targets where relevant.
- Construction: edge finish, joining or lamination method, corners, closures and carry components.
- Decoration: artwork size, placement, color references, label content and the decoration method to be quoted.
- Packaging: unit pack, carton requirements, barcodes, markings and destination-specific labeling.
- Evaluation: requested samples, tests, inspection records and written acceptance criteria.
The evidence request
Ask for documents that connect each statement to the quoted product rather than relying on a general brochure.
Supplier identity
Confirm who is quoting
Request the legal name, quotation issuer, stated production location and the disclosed role of any subcontractor.
Product evidence
Match evidence to the specification
Request a current sample or specification record covering materials, construction, tolerances, decoration and packaging.
Test and compliance evidence
Check scope and relevance
Review the named laboratory, report date, tested material or product, stated standard and whether the report covers the quoted configuration.
Compare replies on the same basis
Separate confirmed facts from assumptions. Record every material alternative, construction deviation, optional component, testing exclusion, packaging assumption and shipping basis. Ask the respondent to revise unclear points in the quotation or supporting specification before approval.
Two quotations are not directly comparable when their material, construction, testing, packaging or logistics scope differs. Keep the final decision record together with the approved sample and specification.
Prepare an inquiry
Gather the intended use, target dimensions, material preferences, decoration files, packaging requirements, destination, quantity range and requested evidence before submitting the form. The responding party should identify the quotation entity and document any assumptions or alternatives.