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    Simple and Efficient Supplier Registration

    Register as a supplier with Deutsche Bahn quickly and fully digitally via our Supplier Management and Rating Tool (SMaRT). You can easily provide information about your company and service portfolio and keep it up to date at any time. This ensures that your data remains accurate and complete at all times. 

    How you benefit from registering in SMaRT

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    • Quick and easy registration Enter your information directly in the system, no additional forms required
    • Full control over your data Maintain and update your master data at any time (e.g., changes to address or contact persons)
    • Transparent collaboration on a single platform All relevant information and processes are bundled in one central location
    • Direct and efficient communication with our procurement teams Structured and targeted communication takes place directly via the system
    • Faster onboarding Direct data entry and automated processing enable a more efficient registration and verification process 

    How registration in SMaRT works

    To register your company as a supplier with Deutsche Bahn, you complete the registration process directly within SMaRT. The system guides you step by step through all required information in a clear and user-friendly way. 

    At the beginning of the registration, you enter your address, tax, and user details. You will then receive an activation email. Once your account has been activated, you can log in via the SMaRT homepage and continue your registration step by step. 

     

    Complete your supplier profile by providing your company and master data. Fields and mandatory information are dynamically adjusted (e.g., based on country or legal structure). 

    Select the product groups in which you offer goods or services. The system will show directly, if a commodity group requires prequalification. 

    Add product- and service-specific information (e.g., Code of Conduct, sustainability). Supporting documents are only requested where necessary. 

    Provide at least one contact person for your company and, if required, additional users. 

    Once you have completed your registration, your submission will be reviewed. You will be notified by email once the review has been successfully completed. 

    The basis for our cooperation is set. 

     

    Note: Please note that registering in the SMaRT system does not legally entitle you to take part in a tender process, be considered for a contract award, or be guaranteed a contract. If you would like to participate in contract awards, please register in the bidder portal.

     

    Discover more about SMaRT

    Find out more about the registration process, as well as the benefits of using SMaRT.

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