{"id":11866,"date":"2022-02-26T22:00:13","date_gmt":"2022-02-26T15:00:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tc-rm.ru\/?p=11866"},"modified":"2022-02-25T18:05:03","modified_gmt":"2022-02-25T11:05:03","slug":"rfp-vs-rfq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tc-rm.ru\/blog\/rfp-vs-rfq\/","title":{"rendered":"RFP vs RFQ: What\u2019s the difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;full_width_background&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;50&#8243; top_padding_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; bottom_padding_tablet=&#8221;0&#8243; top_padding_phone=&#8221;0&#8243; bottom_padding_phone=&#8221;0&#8243; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.5&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; shape_divider_height=&#8221;15%&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; video_mute=&#8221;true&#8221; shape_type=&#8221;straight_section&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]When it comes to procurement, you often hear phrases like request for proposal (RFP) and request for quote (RFQ). Choosing between RFP vs RFQ depends on your goal and the scope of products or services you\u2019re purchasing. If you know what products you need and only seek a price comparison, you should choose RFQs. In contrast, you should use RFPs when you\u2019re researching complex services that require evaluation of other criteria such as experience, reputation, working methodology, etc.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;padding-5-percent&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;small_depth&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1645785940560{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;]\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#s1\">What is an RFQ?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s2\">What is an RFP?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s3\">What is the difference between RFP and RFQ?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s4\">RFQ template<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#s5\">RFP template<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; 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row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]RFP (request for proposal) is a formally structured questionnaire for buyers to collect critical vendor information. In an RFP, you detail your problems and invite bidders to provide solutions. Each vendor will have a unique approach to solving your pain points.<\/p>\n<p>When you receive proposals, you can put all vendors side-by-side and explore their capabilities in performing your project. There are many factors to evaluate, such as their method, experience, and the feasibility of their solution. You should set a weighted score for each factor, and the winning vendor shall be the company that scores the highest.<\/p>\n<p>Here are the basics of RFPs:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>States concise background information about your problems and needs<\/li>\n<li>Provides detailed requirements for the products and services you want<\/li>\n<li>Contains specific questions about the bidder and what solution they can offer<\/li>\n<li>Indicates your will for further collaboration rather than a mere questionnaire<\/li>\n<li>Assess and compares vendors according to your priorities<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Keep in mind some tips when writing an RFP:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you need a customized service, ask the bidders to provide examples of their previous works for other clients. Case studies will give you a more accurate expectation of their ability.<\/li>\n<li>Require a comprehensive pricing plan to avoid sticker shock later<\/li>\n<li>Write in-depth questions and emphasize your priorities thoroughly as a guideline for bidders. Try to be as detailed as possible and avoid vague questions.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re unsure how a vendor\u2019s expertise can meet your needs, ask them for their examples, certifications, or references that help you make better decisions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; 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width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]Now you\u2019ve known the RFP and RFQ meaning, let\u2019s explore 4 key differences between RFP vs RFQ:<\/p>\n<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-11873\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-11873\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.14\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-10014 edit-active\" data-reconstraction=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"394\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"3\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" role=\"table\" data-wptb-header-background-color=\"#132937FF\" data-wptb-responsive-directives=\"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\" data-wptb-adaptive-table=\"0\" data-wptb-table-alignment=\"center\" data-table-columns=\"3\" data-wptb-td-width-auto=\"100\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(19, 41, 55);\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-2\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Criteria<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-77\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Request for quote (RFQ)<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"0\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-49\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 18px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Request for proposal (RFP)<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-4\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-6\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Used when you need to purchase an exact product or service with a priority on budget.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-52\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Used when you&rsquo;re exploring solutions and evaluate many factors to select the best vendor.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-7\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Types of questions<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-57\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Questions about product specs and the cost to satisfy the requirements.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-60\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Specific, in-depth questions about the solution and project plan of the vendors.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-10\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Style<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-55\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Structured and prescriptive.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"3\" data-x-index=\"2\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-62\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Formal and direct.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-85\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>Scope of content<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-87\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Price-oriented and removes other distractions.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border: 1px solid rgb(209, 209, 209);\" data-x-index=\"2\" data-y-index=\"4\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-88\" style=\"font-size: 18px; color: rgb(74, 85, 104);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">Provides a clear comparison of vendor offers and competencies.<br><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h3>Purpose<\/h3>\n<p>The most distinct characteristic between RFQ and RFP is their purpose. Companies mainly use RFQs when they know exactly what they\u2019re looking for and don\u2019t need details on the product or service. Instead, they\u2019re ready to buy and focus on meeting their financial constraints.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, RFPs are applied when you need to purchase sophisticated goods or tailor-made services that require specialized expertise or dedicated personnel to do the job.<\/p>\n<h3>Types of questions<\/h3>\n<p>In an RFQ, the questions focus on pricing requirements for the specific goods, such as product specs, vendor&#8217;s costs, payment terms, as well as <a href=\"\/blog\/purchase-order-vs-invoice\/\">purchase order and invoice<\/a> conditions.<\/p>\n<p>In contrast, an RFP requires more detailed information on the product and solution. This is because the project for an RFP is often more complex and needs further consultancy than an RFQ.<\/p>\n<h3>Style<\/h3>\n<p>Writing an RFQ follows a standardized format. All information is well structured, allowing you to quickly compare the prices of different vendors.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, due to the essential need for details, writing RFP is a more complex process that demands a combination of technical knowledge, price schedule formatting, and legal terms understanding. Thus, RFPs are usually formal and direct documents.<\/p>\n<h3>Scope of content<\/h3>\n<p>With the above features of RFQs and RFPs, both have their advantage when you use them properly.<\/p>\n<p>Since RFQs center around costs, you can focus on your budget and eliminate other distractions when evaluating vendors. On the contrary, you should choose RFPs when you need to compare vendors\u2019 capabilities and select the best proposal in consideration of many factors beyond just prices.<\/p>\n<p>To effectively manage your procurement process with RFQs and RFPs, you can adopt a <a href=\"\/features\/magento-purchase-order\/\">PWA Magento purchase order<\/a>. This system can automate purchase order processing, helping you to prepare RFQs quickly right at the warehouse, as well as controlling all PO statuses. Since the software centralizes all data on inventory and vendors, you can have the right products at the right cost at the right time.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_position=&#8221;default&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/12&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; 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column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]Now that you can answer the question \u201cwhat does RFQ mean\u201d, let\u2019s discover a common template of an RFQ. Typically, an RFQ contains 3 main sections: Buyer information, seller information, and review and evaluation. Each section has a list of information including:<\/p>\n<p>Buyer information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Company name and description:<\/strong> Brief information about your company<\/li>\n<li><strong>Requirement and goals for the desired products and services:<\/strong> What you\u2019re looking for and your expectations<\/li>\n<li>Contact information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Seller information:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Product details:<\/strong> Name and specifications of the goods<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product quantity:<\/strong> The requested quantity that bidders must satisfy<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delivery requirements:<\/strong> Your preferred delivery method if possible<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product price:<\/strong> Price for each product and conditions if needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Review and evaluation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Evaluation method:<\/strong> Criteria to assess vendors, such as technical expertise, price, delivery method<\/li>\n<li><strong>Timeline:<\/strong> A specific timeline that bidders must comply to<\/li>\n<li><strong>Terms and conditions:<\/strong> Negotiate with the vendor to reach a mutual agreement, especially on payment terms, product quality, and delivery issues<\/li>\n<li>Submission requirements and instructions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>After you compare all quotations and select the best supplier, consider if you want to establish a long-term relationship with them by negotiating a <a href=\"\/blog\/what-is-a-blanket-purchase-order\/\">blanket purchase order<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; 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