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Request for Quote (RFQ)
Free request for quote template — ask multiple vendors for pricing on clearly defined goods or services so you can compare bids apples-to-apples.
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This free request for quote (rfq) covers 1. Items/Services Requested, 2. Delivery Requirements, 3. Quote Must Include, 4. Submission, 5. Evaluation with 11 clearly marked [placeholder] fields to fill in — built for founders, freelancers, and small business owners formalizing a business decision or agreement without paying a lawyer to draft it from scratch. Copy it into your own word processor, fill in the placeholders, and review it — or adapt it — before use. It's part of docstoc's free document template library, alongside business, legal, real estate, finance, and HR templates. Every template here is free to copy with no signup required, and each one carries a plain disclaimer: this is a starting point for informational purposes, not a substitute for advice from a licensed professional in your jurisdiction.
Request for Quote (RFQ)
RFQ #: [Number] · Issued by: [Company Name] Issue Date: [Date] · Quotes Due By: [Date/Time]
1. Items/Services Requested
| Item # | Description | Quantity/Unit | Specifications |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Description] | [Qty] | [Spec/standard required] |
| 2 | [Description] | [Qty] | [Spec/standard required] |
2. Delivery Requirements
Delivery location: [Address] Required delivery/completion date: [Date]
3. Quote Must Include
- Unit price and total price for each line item
- Applicable taxes, shipping, and any other fees
- Payment terms and lead time
- Quote validity period (how long the price is held)
4. Submission
Submit quotes to [Contact Name/Email] by the deadline above. Quotes received after the deadline may not be considered.
5. Evaluation
[Company Name] will evaluate quotes based on [price / delivery time / quality / vendor history] and reserves the right to reject any or all quotes.
Issued by: ______________________ [Name, Title, Company Name]
*Unlike a Request for Proposal, an RFQ is used when the specification is already fixed and price is the main variable — keep the item descriptions precise so quotes come back genuinely comparable.*
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What's included
- Edit online — click the document, fill in placeholders, download a PDF
- 5 standard sections: 1. Items/Services Requested, 2. Delivery Requirements, 3. Quote Must Include, 4. Submission, 5. Evaluation
- 11 clearly marked [placeholder] fields for quick personalizing
- Free to use — no account or signup required
- Fully editable — adjust any clause to match your actual situation
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Who this template is for
Freelancers & solo founders
Handling routine business paperwork without commissioning custom legal drafting for every document.
Small businesses
Standardizing recurring documents — leases, agreements, notices — across a growing operation.
Anyone reviewing before signing
Using a clear starting structure to understand what a document should cover, even if a lawyer finalizes it.
Early-stage businesses
Getting the basics documented before things get more complex.
FAQ
Is this request for quote (rfq) template really free?
Yes — this Request for Quote (RFQ) template on docstoc is free to view, edit online, and download as a PDF with no account or signup required.
What does this request for quote (rfq) cover?
This business template includes 1. Items/Services Requested, 2. Delivery Requirements, 3. Quote Must Include, 4. Submission. Fill in the [bracketed] placeholders, edit any clause online, then download a PDF — the docstoc.io footer stays on every export.
Is this legal advice?
No. Templates like this cover the common ground most businesses need, but they can't anticipate your specific deal terms, jurisdiction, or industry rules. Treat it as a first draft to build from, and get a business attorney's eyes on it before signing anything that matters.
Can I edit the wording?
Yes. All 11 placeholder fields and every clause are editable right on the page — change what doesn't fit, then download an updated PDF anytime.
Where can I find more free templates like this?
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