EDF’s robust qualification process

The qualification process is designed to evaluate a company’s ability to become a potential supplier of EDF for a given product or service.

The localisation process is an essential condition for signing, and subsequently executing a contract according to EDF’s expectations:

  • 1. SOURCING

    Initiate first contact visits

    Send request for information questionnaires (RFI)

  • 2. PRE-SELECTION

    Preselect suppliers according to RFI feedback analysis

    Visit Suppliers for pre-assessment, with feedback

  • 3. PRE-QUALIFICATION

    Implement development plan, including technical training courses and workshops

    Carry out product or process qualification tests as necessary

    Send a blank RFQ for detailed technical assessment

  • 4. QUALIFICATION

    Qualify supplier before the contract is signed (Approved Vendor List)

A collaborative approach based on lessons learned

Train to new codes

A graded approach toward quality requirements

EDF follows a graded approach depending on the equipment concerned:

Safety Grade Technical requirement
Pressure Equipment
Technical requirement
Electrical Equipment
Quality Requirements
Safety grade 1 (nuc) Grade 1:
RCC-M (Volume B)
RCC-E ISO 9001 supplemented by nuclear specific requirements - Based on ISO 19443
Safety grade 2 (nuc) Grade 2:
RCC-M (Volume C)
RCC-E ISO 9001 supplemented by nuclear specific requirements - Based on ISO 19443
Safety grade 3 (nuc) Grade 3:
RCC-M (Volume D)
RCC-E ISO 9001 supplemented by nuclear specific requirements - Based on ISO 19443
Not classified ISO standards / ASME VIII (ISO-9001 strongly recommended)

RCC philosophy

AFCEN’s RCC codes (“Regulation and Construction Code”) offer accurate and practical rules for the design, construction and in service inspection of components for use in industrial or experimental nuclear facilities. RCC codes take into account the continuous evolution of the nuclear energy industry while striving for standardization worldwide. In order to promote RCC codes, dedicated training programs are put in place.

  • UNDERSTAND

    RCC philosophy

  • GET PREPARED

    for the specific requirements of the project

  • ANTICIPATE

    technical specifications

  • BECOME

    possible supplier for Balance of Nuclear Island scope

RCC Training Academy

The establishment of a RCC Training Academy aims at providing some training services to local suppliers to gain knowledge in RCC and ultimately deliver on time with the expected level of quality.

In addition, the Academy contributes to the objectives of the programs « Skill India » and « Make in India », both endorsed by the Government of India.

Quality and management systems requirements

EDF expects from the suppliers to be compliant with ISO 19443

  • ISO 19443 – 2018 is a new standard written for the nuclear industry. It is specific to Important to Nuclear Safety (ITNS) products and services.
  • The objectives of this standard is to help the suppliers:
    • Improve the understanding of nuclear quality requirements
    • Internationally standardise the quality requirements:
      • IAEA guides
      • National Regulations
      • Nuclear Codes
      • ISO standards
  • The standard adds requirements to ISO 9001:2015
For any question or interest in joining EDF’s process for the Jaitapur Project, you can contact our team in charge of the supply chain and localization strategy
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