• Requirement is sufficiently defined for suppliers to price.
  • Quantities and units are unambiguous.
  • Delivery location and timing are stated.
  • Freight treatment is clear.
  • Tax treatment is described or left to supplier as appropriate.
  • Quote validity period is requested.
  • Supplier exceptions and substitutions must be identified.
  • Response deadline and communication channel are stated.
  • Pricing table gives suppliers a common response format.
  • Evaluation basis is established before responses arrive.
Adapt it: Add the approvals, legal requirements, tax fields, system references and retention rules that apply to your organization and jurisdiction.