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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

  1. 1Score each shortlisted vendor on the same lines so the comparison is fair.
  2. 2Weight fit and adoption above price — the cheapest tool that nobody uses costs the most.
  3. 3Use the on-site vendor directory and best-category guides to build your shortlist.
  4. 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.

Sources:EnterpriseSG, IMDA, NTUC, Singapore Government open data. Factual content (grant rules, eligibility, vendor data, pricing) is sourced directly from official government portals and remains the copyright of those respective agencies. Analysis, commentary and editorial framing are the author's own. Always verify the latest on GoBusiness, EnterpriseSG, or SMEs Go Digital before applying.