RFQ preparation guide
Prepare a clear drawing and commercial basis
Clear drawing, revision and project requirements reduce avoidable clarification before a part-specific quotation review.
RFQ readiness checklist
Prepare the review basis before opening the RFQ email.
Drawing and revision
Provide the latest drawing or model and identify the revision that should be reviewed.
Material or performance requirement
State the required material grade, standard or performance requirement.
Part weight
Provide the single-piece weight so it can be checked against the current quoted range.
Estimated annual quantity
Provide the expected annual demand for engineering and commercial review.
Requested supply condition
Describe the required final supply condition, including any machining requirements.
Inspection and document requirements
List the checks and records required for quotation.
Destination and requested timing
Provide the delivery destination and requested timing for scheduling and logistics review.
Drawing review / RFQ
Use the prepared information to create an email RFQ.
Record the drawing revision, requirements, weight, quantity, supply condition and destination before opening the RFQ email.