| Question: |
What is the definition of a small business? |
| Answer: |
There is not a standard definition for small
business classification. Different industries determine size
based on either the number of employees or net annual sales.
Each supplier must establish its primary industry classification
or NAICS (North American Industry Classification System) code.
Based on your primary NAICS code, you can cross reference to
the appropriate size standard for your industry. For further
information, refer to the NAICS
website or search
the NAICS codes. |
| Question: |
What is the Qualified Supplier List (QSL)? |
| Answer: |
The Qualified Supplier List is an internal database
of companies that supply quality significant materials and/or
services. Quality significant materials or services are those
that may or will have a direct impact on the safe and reliable
operation of a nuclear or radiological facility. Companies on
the Qualified Supplier List were identified through a formal evaluation
process. |
| Question: |
Is a supplier required to be on the QSL in order
to receive solicitations? |
| Answer: |
No. |
