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.