Request for Quote (RFQ) Template

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Here is a simple template to place a request for quote (RFQ). Just add details of goods and/or services you intend to purchase in the description section of the RFQ template and hit the generate button. You can download the final RFQ form in PDF, word or excel. You can also email the request for quote to a specific vendor or list of vendors who are allowed to bid.

A request for quotation is a very important document for seeking bids from potential suppliers. It is best to use this standard RFQ format that makes the procurement process organized and transparent.

When you request a quote make sure you add following details in your RFQ:

1. RFQ Number: Unique number to identify this particular request for quote
2. RFQ Date: Date on which RFQ was issued
3. Vendor details: Name, address and contact details of vendor/supplier
4. Quote required by: The date before which you need the quote
5. Authorized person: Person in charge of accepting, reviewing and responding to the quote
6. Description: Details of goods and/or services you wish to procure and quantities of each item, if applicable
7. Any other instructions for quoting
8. Statement of qualification: For the quote to be valid for consideration the RFQ must outline the criteria.

When you request a quote, please make sure you cover all the aspects listed above in your RFQ form.

Having a professional request for quote template in place helps in attracting more bids as it shows the commitment of your business in procuring the goods or services you are putting in the RFQ. More the information better it would be for the prospective vendors to precisely quote in response to your request for quotation.