How we work

Independent aquaculture sourcing — built for serious industrial buyers.

FishMatch Group is an independent B2B procurement and sourcing platform for commercial aquaculture projects from USD $250K+. We do not build, install, engineer, operate or finance farms. This page explains exactly what we are and are not, how the private RFQ process works step by step, and what supplier qualification does and does not mean.

Scope

What FishMatch is — and what it is not.

What FishMatch is
  • An independent B2B procurement and sourcing platform for commercial aquaculture projects from USD $250K+.
  • A private RFQ layer: you send one specification, we route it to qualified third-party suppliers.
  • A comparison layer: quotations normalized to the same scope, delivery terms, warranty and after-sales.
  • A confidentiality layer: your identity and site are withheld from suppliers until you approve a shortlist.
  • A documentary qualification layer: registration, export history, references and in-region service are reviewed before outreach.
What FishMatch is not
  • Not a manufacturer, distributor, importer or equipment reseller.
  • Not an EPC contractor, engineering firm or installer — construction and installation are performed by third-party partners.
  • Not a farm operator — we do not run, manage or staff production facilities.
  • Not a lender, broker or regulated financial provider — financing terms are set solely by independent providers.
  • Not a certification body or auditor — qualification is documentary, not an inspection or performance guarantee.
  • Not a party to your supply, EPC or financing contract — you contract directly with the counterparty you choose.
How an RFQ works

One specification, comparable quotations.

  1. 1. You submit one specification

    Species, system, capacity, site country, timeline and indicative budget. One structured form replaces dozens of separate supplier enquiries.

  2. 2. We normalize the brief

    Missing technical parameters (flow rates, biomass targets, power, water source) are flagged so every supplier quotes the same scope.

  3. 3. Documentary qualification

    Candidate suppliers are screened on registration, export history, reference projects, in-region service and current lead time.

  4. 4. Blind outreach

    Suppliers are approached under FishMatch Group. Your name, company and coordinates are not disclosed until you approve the counterparty.

  5. 5. Comparable quotations

    Typically 1–3 quotations, presented side by side with scope, incoterms, warranty, spares and lead time aligned.

  6. 6. You contract directly

    You sign with the supplier of your choice. FishMatch stays available for clarification, logistics coordination support and financing introductions.

Supplier qualification

What qualification means — and what it does not.

What we check
  • Corporate registration and legal existence checked against public records.
  • Export history and experience shipping to your region reviewed.
  • Reference projects of comparable species, system and capacity requested.
  • In-region service, spare-parts and commissioning capability confirmed by the supplier.
  • Current lead time and capacity confirmed before the quotation is issued.
  • Repeated buyer-reported issues remove a supplier from future shortlists.
What qualification is not
  • Not a factory audit, site inspection or product certification.
  • Not a guarantee of quality, delivery date, warranty performance or financial stability.
  • Not a substitute for your own due diligence, legal review and contract terms.
  • Not an endorsement — every qualified supplier competes on the same specification.
The process

From private brief to signed contract.

01
Private brief

You send a private RFQ or emergency need — species, system, capacity, site, timeline, budget. No public listing. No cold calls.

02
Sourcing triage

Our sourcing team reviews your brief, benchmarks it against comparable global projects, and shortlists suppliers that match your species, capacity and region.

03
Supplier qualification

Each shortlisted supplier is checked on documents — corporate registration, reference projects, in-region service capability, current lead time and export experience — before we contact them.

04
Blind outreach

We approach suppliers on your behalf under FishMatch Group. Your name, company, coordinates and financials are never shared until you approve the counterparty.

05
Comparable quotations

You receive 1–3 comparable quotations with normalized scope, delivery terms, warranty and after-sales — plus our notes on strengths and open questions.

06
Direct contract

You contract directly with the supplier of your choice. FishMatch remains available for clarification support, logistics coordination and financing introductions.

Why buyers trust us

Four commitments — in writing.

Buyer identity confidentiality

Your name, company and site coordinates are withheld from suppliers until you approve a shortlist. Financials are never shared without written consent.

Independent, not a manufacturer

FishMatch Group is not a manufacturer, distributor, broker or lender. We are not a party to any supply, EPC or financing contract — you sign directly with the counterparty.

One sourcing team, one point of contact

One aquaculture specialist owns your file end-to-end: RFQ, quotes, clarifications, logistics coordination and financing introductions — across time zones and languages.

Global reach, regional depth

Project-matched partners across Europe, Asia, LATAM, Africa, the Gulf and North America. Species specialists for shrimp, tilapia, salmon, sea bass, sea bream and trout.

Commercial model

Buyer-side is free. Supplier-side is transparent.

Buyers submit RFQs, receive quotations, use our calculators, and negotiate with matched suppliers at no cost. There is no subscription, no listing fee and no data resale.

FishMatch Group is compensated by manufacturers on closed opportunities only. The commission does not sit on top of your price — it is factored into the quote you receive from the supplier, exactly as it would be for the supplier's own sales team. The commission does not create any preference: every project-matched manufacturer for your specification is invited to compete.

Where financing is involved, FishMatch may receive a referral fee from an independent financing partner if a facility closes. This is disclosed and does not affect the financing terms you are offered.

Who we work with

Built for industrial buyers, not tyre-kickers.

Industrial farm operators

Expansion, retrofit, replacement equipment, emergency parts, supplier consolidation, service contracts.

Project owners & family offices

Greenfield RAS, shrimp, tilapia, hatchery and processing projects — pre-project studies, EPC shortlists, financing introductions.

Governments & development banks

National aquaculture programmes, food-security projects, tender support, independent supplier assessment.

Integrators, EPCs and consultants

Vendor-neutral shortlists, second opinions on submitted quotes, hard-to-source component procurement.

FAQ

The questions serious buyers always ask.

Start a private brief

Send your specification. We do the sourcing.

  • Confidential — supplier network only, never public
  • Comparable quotations with normalized scope
  • Optional financing introduction
  • No cost, no obligation, no lock-in
Smart questions

Fish farm project details

Lets suppliers scope tanks, cages, aeration, feeders and water treatment for your species and site.

Documents that help us quote faster

Optional — you can email them after or bring them to the first call. Uploads are private and encrypted.

  • Site photos or coordinates
  • Water analysis (DO, pH, temperature, ammonia)
  • Existing licenses / aquaculture permits
  • Business plan or feasibility summary (if available)
Aquaculture project details (optional)

Tell suppliers what they need to quote accurately

The more complete your aquaculture project details are, the faster suitable partners can understand your request and respond with realistic options. Leave anything you do not know yet blank — nothing here is required.

Not sure what to write? Answer a few quick questions and we'll draft the brief for you.

Confidential matching · Supplier-paid model · No obligation · Human-assisted sourcing

Working on behalf of a client?

Send us one fish, shrimp, hatchery or RAS project and we will help evaluate sourcing options — supplier shortlist, RFQ preparation and quotation comparison. Your client relationship stays with you.

How we work with consultants

Short answer

What is the fastest way to get quotes for How We Work?

Submit one structured request for How We Work. FishMatch Group translates it into a technical RFQ, runs a confidential sourcing round with project-matched international suppliers, and returns comparable quotations. No fee is charged to the buyer, and your identity and project details stay private until you choose to proceed.

How it works:
One structured request, human-reviewed before any supplier outreach
Typical turnaround:
Depends on scope and site data; no turnaround is guaranteed
Confidentiality:
Supplier names are never exposed during evaluation
Cost to buyers:
No fee charged to the buyer
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