Website Vendor Evaluation Matrix

Use this tool to evaluate potential web design vendors. Change weighting (if necessary) for each criteria and rate on a scale of 1-10.

Evaluation Criteria Weighting Vendor A Vendor B Vendor C Notes

Cost - Does the price fall within budget?

If no then 1, if yes then 10. 20% 6 6 6 Insert comment here

Proximity - Can the Website Vendor conduct frequent on-site visits?

If no then 1, if yes then 10. 10% 6 6 6

Professionalism - Was the Website Vendor responsive to requests? Have they always acted in a professional manner?
Rate between 1 - 10 15% 6 7 8

Referrals - Did the referrals recommend the Website Vendor? Were any major issues discussed? Did the Website Vendor provide you with any referrals from clients in your industry?

Rate between 1 - 10 10% 3 6 9

Requirements - Is the Website Vendor able to meet your requirements? Can additional functionaliy be added on request?
Rate between 1 - 10 20% 4 5 7

Integration - Can the site be integrated with other systems?

If no then 1, if yes then 10. 5% 6 4 8

Service Agreement - Does the price include post implementation support (i.e. updates to the site, hosting, and optimization)
If no then 1, if yes then 10. 10% 6 6 6

Innovation - Can the vendor offer a unique and innovative solution that has the potential to further your business?
Rate between 1 - 10 5% 10 3 4

Training - Are training costs covered in the proposal?

If no then 1, if yes then 10. 5% 2 7 6

Totals 100% 5.3 5.75 6.8