Community Buyers may find the Get Quote icon next to specific items within a supplier's catalog in the Marketplace. This option is assigned by the supplier when they create their catalog for the community.
Procedure to Submit an RFQ
To initiate the RFQ process for a catalog item, simply select Get Quote.
Selecting this icon populates the Request Quote screen, which requires completion across five sections: Header, Suppliers, Attachments, Email, and Confirm.
| Section | Action | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Header | Insert required information marked with a red asterisk. Select Continue. | Defines the buyer's requirements for the quote. |
| Suppliers | Select +Add Supplier. Use the Search field or Guided Buying field (for Collections) to locate desired supplier(s). Check the box for the supplier(s) > click Add. | Selects the supplier(s) who will receive the quote request. |
| Attachments | Select Browse to attach desired documents > click Continue. | Adds any supporting documentation. |
| Review the standard email message provided for the supplier invitation. Update the message if desired > select Continue. | Manages the email sent to the invited supplier(s). | |
| Confirm | Review all information. Use Back if any updates are needed. Once satisfied, select Finish. | Submits the RFQ. |
Post-Submission
The supplier(s) will receive an email invitation to respond with a quote. Once the supplier creates a quote in their profile, the buyer who created the RFQ will receive an email notification to review the submitted quote.