Intro


This article provides essential instructions for suppliers taking part in METRO Group’s online auctions through the eSourcing platform. It explains how to:

  • Log in to the platform
  • Identify the auction type
  • Navigate the bidding process


To support you, 4 detailed user guides are attached  - each corresponding to a specific auction type. Please download the guide that matches the auction type you were invited to participate in.


  • Japanese Auction
    • EN_Supplier guide_Japanese Auctions_MLP_2025.pptx
    • DE_Lieferantenleitfaden_Japanische_und Niederländische Auction_2024
  • English Auction   
    • EN_Supplier guide_English Auctions_MLP_2025.pptx 
    • IT_Guida Fornitore per Asta Inglese 2022 (1)
    • DE_Lieferantenleitfaden_English_Dynamic Auction_2024
  • Dynamic Auction 
    • EN_Supplier guide_Dynamic Auctions_MLP_2025.pptx 
    • DE_Lieferantenleitfaden_English_Dynamic Auction_2024
  • Dutch Auction 
    • EN_Supplier guide_Dutch Auctions_MLP_2025.pptx
    • DE_Lieferantenleitfaden_Japanische_und Niederländische Auction_2024


The auction type will be clearly indicated in the project details or auction name. If you're unsure how to identify the auction type, please refer to the next section for step-by-step instructions.




1. Login to eSourcing


If you have already completed your registration in METRO LINK PLUS (MLP), you can access the eSourcing platform through the following link:   https://de.metrolink-plus.com/


To use the platform in a different language, simply change the country code in the URL.
For example, for Italy: https://it.metrolink-plus.com/    


The Login via MLP will require first a password and in the second step a Two factor authentication method


If you are not registered through MLP, you can still access the eSourcing platform directly here:
https://esourcing.metro-link.com 


Click HERE for more detailed login instructions.




Accessing Your Auction 

 

Once logged in you will be redirected to the eSourcing home page.

On this page, you will find a list of projects and auctions you have been invited to participate in.

To access a specific Auction, please click on “General Data.”




In addition to accessing auctions via the “General Data” section, you can also find your invitations by:


  • Clicking on “Menu” and navigating to “Auctions” → “Auction List”
  • Or by selecting “Auction List” located at the bottom of your screen




Once you locate the auction, click on the grey folder with the “+” symbol to open and view its details.





3. Accept the General Conditions


To participate in the auction, you must first accept the General Conditions.


  • Download and open all documents labeled as GC. If there is more than one document or a ZIP file containing multiple documents, it is mandatory to download, open, and review each file.
  • Select all document lines (Step 2).
  • Tick the checkbox “I have read the participation conditions” (Step 3).
  • Click “Accept” (Step 4).


Important: Please read all documents carefully. Once confirmed, the documents are considered legally signed and do not require manual signatures. After accepting the conditions, you will be able to participate in the auction. If you disagree with the content of any document, please contact the buyer immediately.



After accepting the General Conditions, you will gain access to several key tabs within the project. In Auction Data - Auction settings you can see the Auction Type. 






 Please download the guide that matches the auction type you were invited to participate in. 



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