What should the working table show?

Illustrative example. Replace the prompts with approved package information and the buyer's evaluation rules.

RFQ working matrix
TopicRequired contentControl
IdentifierAddendum number and dateDocument control
ChangeAffected file and revisionChange register
ResponsePrice, programme or compliance effectSupplier return
ReceiptAcknowledgement and distributionProcurement log

What does the source support?

FAR 13.106 requires a solicitation and evaluation basis for applicable federal acquisitions. This workflow is an original private-sector control for distributing consistent information.

Sources: Acquisition.gov: FAR 13.106, Soliciting competition, evaluation of quotations, and award

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

  1. FAR 13.106, Soliciting competition, evaluation of quotations, and awardAcquisition.gov
  2. FAR 13.106-2, Evaluation of quotations or offersAcquisition.gov
  3. Request for QuotationsUS General Services Administration