What is an RFP?
 
 
- An RFP  
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- Is a buyer's "Request for a Proposal" from a supplier
- Describing a set of requirements for a project 
 
- Seeks a formal response
- Usually in competition with other suppliers
 
- Expects a description of the supplier's methodology
- And expected compensation
 
 
- It does not
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- Describe a complete design
- So the approach is up to the supplier