Clear procurement documents help suppliers quote the same scope and make offers easier to compare. Use these resources to prepare an enquiry before discussing price or lead time.
Start with the RFQ checklist
Provide product form, grade, applicable standard, dimensions, quantity, surface requirements, application, delivery destination, packing needs and inspection documents. Attach drawings or schedules when a line item is not fully described in text.
Compare like for like
Check whether each quotation includes the same grade and standard, dimensions and tolerances, finish, quantity, test documents, packaging, delivery term, payment terms and validity period. Record exceptions explicitly rather than treating them as equivalent.
Verify the transaction path
Confirm the legal seller and exporter, beneficiary details through an independently verified channel, production location, document issuer and named points of contact. For project or regulated applications, confirm technical approvals and inspection arrangements before order placement.
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Specifications on this website are starting points only. Confirm the details in the final quotation, purchase order and approved technical documents.