What is an Invitation for Bid (IFB), Request For Proposal (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ)?
- IFB - The solicitation document used for competitive sealed bidding for the purchase of equipment, materials, goods and construction.
- RFP - The solicitation document used in the competitive sealed proposal process. The RFP procedure permits negotiation of proposals and prices.
- RFQ - The solicitation document used in competitive procurement, which requests technical or professional skills and experience.