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PSG Vendor Evaluation Scorecard
The cheapest pre-approved vendor isn't always the right one — fit beats price. This scorecard helps you compare PSG-approved vendors on what actually matters, so you choose the solution that solves your problem, not just the one with the lowest sticker.
Use it when: Choosing between pre-approved PSG vendors in a solution category, before you apply.
The template — copy & fill in
Fit (score each vendor 1–5)
Does it actually solve your specific workflow?
Solves the real bottleneck: ___ /5
Fits your industry / scale: ___ /5
Channels / features you'll actually use: ___ /5
Integration & adoption (1–5)
A tool nobody adopts is wasted, grant or not.
Integrates with your existing systems: ___ /5
Ease of adoption for your team: ___ /5
Quality of onboarding / support: ___ /5
Commercials
Price matters — but as one input, not the decider.
Starting price: ____________________
Estimated 50% grant: ____________________
Ongoing / recurring cost after year 1: ____________________
Verdict
Total the scores and add the judgement call.
Total fit + adoption score: ___ /30
Best-fit vendor and why: ____________________
How to use this template
- 1Score each shortlisted vendor on the same lines so the comparison is fair.
- 2Weight fit and adoption above price — the cheapest tool that nobody uses costs the most.
- 3Use the on-site vendor directory and best-category guides to build your shortlist.
- 4Bring your top two to a scoping call if you want a second opinion.
I'm a PSG vendor in the chatbot category myself (AiConvo) — so I'll tell you honestly where ours fits and where a competitor is the better call. The government offers this funding; businesses apply through the official channels.
Want a second pair of eyes?
Book a scoping call.
Fill the template, then walk it through with me — I'll tell you where a reviewer will push back and how to tighten it. The government offers the funding; businesses apply through the official channels.
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