To create an RFQ request in a multi-seller environment.
A buyer can create an RFQ for unique variations of goods and services that are offered in the catalog. If buyers cannot find a product matching their needs in the catalog, they can select attributes from the set of personalization attributes predefined in the catalog.
Buyers can include catalog items for percentage price adjustment or fixed price negotiation. Buyers can include multiple products in one RFQ, and define unique specifications for each product. They can include attachments on the RFQ or product specification level. They can specify the terms and conditions for the transaction. They can also specify the targeted organizations or stores that only sellers in the targeted organizations or stores may view and respond to the RFQ request. When the buyer submits an RFQ request, it is placed into a "future" or "active" state. A seller can view the RFQ and submit a response when the request is in an "active" state.
Business Edition
Task | Description | Role |
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Activate RFQ |
Change the RFQ to the "active" state when the closing rule is met (in multi-seller RFQ) or when the closing time is reached (in a single-seller RFQ or a special bid RFQ). |
System |
Set to public |
Indicate that the RFQ is open to the public. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
Set multi-seller RFQ information |
Set the general information of the request, such as the activation time of the RFQ (the date on which responses will first be accepted), the closing rule of the RFQ. The RFQ closing time depends on the closing rule. The supported closing rules are:
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Buyer (buy-side) |
Specify RFQ attachments |
Specify attachments at the RFQ level. Include attachment files to help other parties understand the RFQ specification. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
Specify targeted Sellers |
Specify the list of Sellers to whom the RFQ is targeted. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
Specify RFQ terms and conditions |
Specify the terms and conditions for the RFQ. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
Specify RFQ intent (order,contract) |
Specify whether the RFQ is to result in a contract or an order. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
Submit RFQ |
Submit the RFQ. The sellers then respond to the RFQ request. |
Buyer (buy-side) |
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