Evaluation & award

Request for Information (RFI)

Quick answer

An RFI gathers market information before a formal Tender Notice. Responses are usually non-binding but shape later specs.

Last updated: 18 May 2026

Strategy

Influence requirements without giving away proprietary pricing. Track who responded via PME records.

Common questions

What is Request For Information?

A Request for Information is a pre-tender market sounding document where buyers gather information without inviting binding bids, often preceding a formal competition.

Is this still current after February 2025?

Yes under the Procurement Act 2023.

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