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A practical explanation of requests for quotation and requests for proposal, and how to use the actual tender pack to prepare a response.
Prepared by OpenBids. General preparation guidance; use the official tender pack for the requirements of each notice.
An RFQ generally asks suppliers to quote against a described need. Look for the specification, quantities, delivery schedule and pricing format. The label alone does not mean a response needs only a price: the pack may require supporting forms and other evidence.
An RFP generally asks suppliers to explain an approach or solution as well as commercial terms. Read the scope and evaluation criteria carefully so that the proposed method, experience and pricing answer the buyer’s actual request.
Procurement labels and publication formats vary. Do not infer a monetary threshold, evaluation method or eligibility rule from the abbreviation alone. Use the official pack, amendments and buyer’s clarification process for the opportunity in front of you.
Discover includes a procurement-type filter for RFQs, RFPs and other source classifications. Use it to narrow your search, then read each notice in full.
Find the original opportunity and documents on the National Treasury eTenders portal. Read how OpenBids uses official source information.