How to become a supplier for BAMA
BAMA, the market leader in fresh fruits and vegetables in the Nordic countries, provides a complete supply chain setup from our base in Norway. We continually seek to enhance our value chain by connecting with leading global suppliers. This portal facilitates efficient connections with our product group leads.
For most European suppliers, BAMA manages transportation from the packing facility to Norway, and potential transporters can also connect with us through this portal.
All suppliers must meet standards for health and safety, labor rights, environmental responsibility, quality management, business integrity, and corporate social responsibility.
Steps to becoming a Supplier to BAMA Gruppen:
- Confirm Relevance: Ensure your products or services align with our needs (see the list by clicking “Apply to become a supplier for BAMA”).
- Self-Assessment Questionnaire: Complete a self-assessment questionnaire, which will be reviewed by our compliance team. In addition, BAMA performs risk based due diligence assessments and background checks.
- Agreement and Code of Conduct: If compliant, you will receive our contract package, including contracts and appendices. Agriplace is our exclusive platform for managing these documents, so correct usage is essential. Review and sign the framework agreement, which includes our Code of Conduct outlining BAMA’s standards and expectations.
- Commercial Cooperation: Once approved, we will begin price negotiations, program agreements, and order management.
For fresh produce suppliers, BAMA requires certification under a GFSI-recognized program (BRC, FSSC 22000, SQF, or IFS) and an up-to-date certificate. Suppliers must also be certified under Global G.A.P., Chain of Custody, or GGN, or ensure their suppliers meet Global G.A.P. GGN certification.
All BAMA suppliers must commit to our Code of Conduct. Please review these guidelines below, available in English and Spanish. Transport service providers should also review the terms in the “Transport of Goods, Imports” section.