What should the working table show?
Illustrative example. Replace the prompts with approved package information and the buyer's evaluation rules.
| Topic | Required content | Control |
|---|---|---|
| Identifier | Document number and title | Index |
| Revision | Current issue and date | Revision register |
| Purpose | Information, response or reference | Supplier instruction |
| Return | Required action and format | Response tracker |
What does the source support?
ISO-style information management principles are useful for keeping document identity and status explicit. For federal forms, GSA publishes its own official documents; a private RFQ index should not imply government affiliation.
Sources: US General Services Administration: Request for Quotations
What should remain open?
Record unanswered supplier questions, qualifications and missing evidence in a clarification or evaluation log. The responsible engineering and commercial leads approve the final position.
Common questions
What else should the bid team know?
Does this guide select a supplier?
No. It structures evidence for the buyer's approved evaluation process.
Can a blank response be treated as included?
No. Mark it open and request clarification.
Who approves technical compliance?
The responsible project engineer reviews technical compliance and performs any engineering sign-off.
Primary sources
- FAR 13.106, Soliciting competition, evaluation of quotations, and awardAcquisition.gov
- FAR 13.106-2, Evaluation of quotations or offersAcquisition.gov
- Request for QuotationsUS General Services Administration