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What RFPs are, who they're for, and how they fit into your sourcing workflow on Human Cloud.
An RFP (Request for Purchase) on Human Cloud is a structured way to ask solutions specific questions before making a buying decision. You create a set of questions, select which solutions should receive them, and get answers back — all in one place.
Unlike a brief (which focuses on project deliverables and pricing), an RFP is designed for information gathering — evaluating capabilities, compliance, experience, and fit through direct Q&A.
| Role | How you use RFPs |
|---|---|
| Buyers | Create and send RFPs, review responses side-by-side, shortlist or pass on solutions |
| Solutions | Receive RFPs, answer questions, attach supporting documents and case studies |
| Partners | Create RFPs on behalf of client organizations and share them with the buyer |
| RFP | Brief | |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Evaluate capabilities through Q&A | Request a proposal with pricing |
| Response format | Answers to your questions + attachments | Accept/decline with a quote |
| Best for | Comparing multiple solutions on specific criteria | Getting pricing and scope for a defined project |
| Buyer action | Shortlist / Follow Up / Pass | Award / Follow Up / Pass |