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# 2.2 Longlisting suppliers

### Checklist

* [ ] What is the present capability of the supply market to meet or exceed your sourcing needs and the required circular economy criteria?
* [ ] How early can you engage your potential suppliers to understand their intent and preparedness to meet your circular requirements?
* [ ] Can you consider the following aspects? 
  * [ ] New technologies, alternative goods or services and new business models.
  * [ ] Existing supplier capabilities.
  * [ ] Available reverse logistics structures.
  * [ ] Circular economy maturity of the market.
  * [ ] Existence of local suppliers and/or partners with local economic impact.
  * [ ] Certification system like ISCC to certify the whole chain of custody.
  * [ ] The impact extraction, production, and transport has on climate. 

> CASE EXAMPLE (TBC)