Request for Tender

/ˈrɛkwɛst fɔːr ˈtɛndər/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A formal invitation issued by an organization to suppliers to submit bids to supply goods or services under specified terms.
    The company issued a request for tender to find the most competitive contractor for the project.

Forms

  • requests for tender

Commentary

A request for tender is distinct from a request for proposal by its typically more rigid, formal bidding process and precise specifications.

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