The architect RFP: How to issue and respond
When it comes to the architect RFP, there’s a lot on the line. Whether you’re part of the team investing in a new building, remodel or renovation, or the architecture firm bidd...
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How to write an RFP award letter: Tips and template
At the end of a lengthy RFP process, after you’ve evaluated the vendor proposals and selected the best option, what comes next? The best part. You get to share the good news with...
eRFP: How to issue a digital RFP
Under direction from executive leaders, procurement teams must find new ways to be more agile and strategic. Naturally, many turn to technology. Indeed, among new digital processes...
Top 5 procurement career profiles to pursue
Interested in a procurement career, but not sure where to start? You’re not alone. Navigating and understanding the numerous titles, roles and responsibilities in the field is di...
Understanding RFP automation: How and why it works
Automation is everywhere. From paying bills to birthday reminders, the world is becoming increasingly automatic. Indeed, moving away from manually managing tedious and time-consumi...
How to write RFP requirements
Clear, concise RFP requirements are a crucial element of any successful RFP project. As one of the first steps of the request for proposal (RFP) process, building thoughtful requir...
The software RFP: Everything you need to know
When one company has a software need and another has a solution, how do they exchange information and connect? Often, a software RFP.
A software RFP helps buyers connect with so...
A guide to RFP evaluation criteria: Basics, tips and examples
When issuing an RFP, it's important to create your RFP evaluation criteria early. In fact, it should be one of the very first steps in your RFP process. An RFP without evaluation c...
The 7 best procurement blogs for news, trends and tips
Staying up to date with procurement news and trends can feel like a full-time job. Of course, there are dozens of procurement blogs and websites creating content to help. However, ...
11 interesting RFP statistics and what they mean for you
For buyers and sellers, requests for proposals (RFPs) are a regular part of day-to-day business — and for good reason. The RFP has a long history of helping organizations brin...
Supplier selection: Narrowing the field to find the perfect fit
When it comes to protecting your business from risk and enabling growth, supplier selection is one of the most important responsibilities of the procurement department. Indeed, the...
A simple RFP template: Benefits of the RFP lite
The request for proposal (RFP) lite may be the best strategic sourcing process you’ve never heard of. Also called a short-form RFP, this new type of RFP benefits both procurement...
