Requests for Proposals (RFPs) are a tool managers can use to ensure the best products and rfpspecifications are used in their projects. By getting all vendors to bid on the same specifications and use the same materials you are ensuring that you are receiving comparable bids at the most competitive pricing.  However, if it is not done correctly, this process can produce no bids, bids that are a waste of your time and unwanted frustration. Common mistakes people tend to make when writing an RFP are to include vague details, no materials list and short turn-around times.  Writing a good RFP and managing a well thought out process to select the right partner for your association can mean the difference between a great success and a total disaster for you and everyone involved.  Here are some valuable tips and recommendations to help write a great RFP.     Read the article………….

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