Thomas wants to get a number of bids for parts and components for the specialty food processing equipment his firm will manufacture. he has developed both detailed product specifications and an rfp. how can he distribute the rfp in order to notify a wide range of potential suppliers?

RFP or request for proposal is used when the buyer wants his suppliers to come up with different  proposals or solutions to his problem. Accompanying costs is also be identified in the proposal. RFP can be run in a quick  e-sourcing system, saving you  time. So Thomas must secure this type of E-procurement solutions software where he can upload useful documents like pricing template in the system. It is also useful because it is easier to compare bids. It will  also help Thomas  build trust with suppliers by showing that his company is credible and  run in a formal, professional manner.