Technical specialties and expertise

The process of building a list of candidates begins with the client. By examining the specific synthesis desired or material processing and handling required, you can search for tollers that possess the skills and equipment to meet the processing scope. 

The technology package for the toll should be at least partially established prior to starting the active search for a toller. This will assist you in defining the level and areas of expertise needed for the project. Some companies that frequently let toll contracts have internal service groups that assist in the toller selection process. An example of an internal questionnaire used at such a company is shown in Example 2-1. It is an excellent way to identify the expertise required for a specific tolling project. 

Companies desiring to initiate a toll without the luxury of a special services group can adopt the questionnaire for their project development group to use. Candidate tollers may use this example as a preparatory tool for completing bid responses. 

Example 2-1 is just a start for preparing the final technology package to be included with the contract but it provides enough information for a client to identify the special needs required of the candidate tollers. It may need to be modified to meet the specific needs of your situation. 

Tolling Contract Services Group—Initial Technology Package 

---

Various professionals who participate in the project execution also see it from different angles. Environmental projects require technical expertise in different disciplines, such as geology, chemistry, engineering, environmental compliance, and risk assessment. Each professional makes a partial contribution to the project overall effort and often has a narrowly focused view of the project, which is determined by the technical specialty of the participant and his or her role in the project... 

---