RFI, RFP, and RFQ are acronyms that stand for request for information, request for proposal, and request for quotation. They are documents used in the procurement process to help companies evaluate suppliers and select the best vendor. Each document has a specific purpose and is used at different stages of the procurement process
It’s important to understand the difference and what information should be contained in each type.
At the end of this session, you should have an understanding of Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Request for Quotation (RFQ). In addition, you should understand what information is contained in each and how they impact the various steps throughout the procurement process.
Date & Time
Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM- Eastern Standard Time
Registration & Fees
Registration fees are based on membership level. Members and non-members are welcome.
This meeting is Complimentary for Supplier members. For Business members, the fee is $15 and for Advocate members, Individual members, and non-members the fee is $35.
Guest Presenter
Lisa Wood
Statewide Director
APEX Accelerator
Lisa Wood is the Statewide Director of the APEX Accelerator formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC) Virginia hosted by George Mason University. Prior to that, she served as the Statewide Director with the Connecticut and Ohio PTAC programs and was also Director for the Northwest Commission PTAC in Pennsylvania. Before joining the PTAC community, Lisa was a Procurement Specialist for Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. in the Greater Pittsburgh Area. In this role, Wood performed contract administration and negotiation duties. She also recommended bidders, handled issue inquiries, negotiated bids, performed cost and price analysis, and prepared comprehensive letters to justify recommended contract actions. Ms. Wood holds an MBA from the University of New Haven and a BSBA through Robert Morris University of Pittsburgh where she is also pursuing her Ph.D. in Instructional Management and Leadership.