Step 3. Request a Past Performance Review

Past Performance Evaluation (PPE) Report

The last stage before applying for contracts is the review of business responsibility.

What is the Past Performance Evaluation (PPE) Report? A robust and independent view of supplier past performance leveraging survey feedback from a supplier's customers together with business intelligence and analytical expertise

PPE Steps

  1. Login to Past Performance Reports, enter contact info, search for business
  2. Choose the primary company name and the alternate name (trade style or dba) that you want to be shown on the PPE report
  3. Choose the type of report required: PPE or PPE/Supplier Qualifier. Generally, federal agencies require just the PPE report, state/county/US Army require PPE/Supplier Qualifier
  4. Enter 4-20 customer references who will be contacted to fill out a short 10-question survey (You need first/last name, company name, phone number, email address (this info is kept confidential by D&B)
  5. Enter the name and e-mail information for the recipient that should receive the completed PPE report. Please note that you will also receive a copy of the report
  6. Confirm at the bottom of the page, you are initiating the order process and agreeing to the order terms and conditions
  7. Enter credit card information to complete the transaction

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does this take?
It generally takes 14-21 days, but can take up to 35-45 days **expedite by notifying customers that survey is coming
How much does a PPE cost?
$190+tax for PPE, $215+tax for PPE/Supplier Qualifier
Customer Reference Definition
An individual who can evaluate your company's performance as a supplier. Relatives and personal acquaintances should not be used as customer references if they have email addy’s with public domain.
Can I cancel my order?
You are able to cancel an order at any time. However, all orders are nonrefundable once emails are triggered for customer references to fill out the survey.
What does the report look like?
Here is a sample report: Sample PPE