Information for suppliers and business partners of GF, including expectations and relevant documents.

Supplying to GF

GF works with business partners to deliver Flow Solutions for buildings, industry and infrastructure. We seek reliable and responsible partners who share our commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability.

Working with GF

As a global company, GF is not only a manufacturer and Flow Solution provider – we are also a customer. We purchase raw materials, goods and services from business partners worldwide and aim to build long-term partnerships based on performance, trust and shared responsibility.

Our business partners play an important role in GF’s ability to deliver high-quality solutions, serve customers reliably and advance our strategic priorities.

Our expectations

GF expects its business partners to comply with applicable laws, respect human rights, uphold ethical business practices and contribute to responsible supply chains. Our expectations at a glance:

  • Quality and reliability
    Business partners are expected to meet agreed quality standards, delivery commitments and technical requirements. 
  • Competitiveness and transparency
    GF values business partners who contribute to efficient, transparent and competitive purchasing processes. 
  • Innovation and continuous improvement
    Business partners can help GF improve products, services, processes and customer value. 
  • Integrity and compliance
    Business partners must comply with applicable laws and regulations and act with integrity. 
  • Human rights and labor standards
    GF expects business partners to respect human dignity and human rights. 
  • Environment and sustainability
    Business partners are expected to act responsibly with regard to environmental protection, resource use and sustainability.

Becoming a Business Partner

GF selects business partners based on business needs, quality, competitiveness, reliability, innovation, compliance and sustainability performance.

Suggested steps:

  1. Review GF’s expectations and Code for Business Partners.
  2. Prepare relevant company, quality, compliance and sustainability information.
  3. Contact the Global Procurement team via smb.procurement.chsp@georgfischer.com.
  4. Complete GF’s qualification or onboarding process if selected.
  5. Maintain performance, compliance and sustainability standards throughout the relationship.

Code for Business Partners and Purchase Conditions

The following documents and purchase conditions form the basis for working with GF as a business partner. 

GF’s Code for Business Partners sets out the principles and standards expected from suppliers, service providers, contractors and other business partners. It covers legal compliance, human rights, anti-corruption, fair competition, environmental responsibility and responsible business conduct. GF expects business partners to apply these principles within their own organizations and, where relevant, across their own supply chains.

The GF General Purchase Conditions apply to all purchases of goods by GF, unless otherwise agreed between GF and Supplier in writing. For service purchases by GF, the GF General Purchase Conditions for Services apply, unless otherwise agreed between GF and Supplier in writing.

Code for Business Partners

General Purchase Conditions