RFQ and supplier quotation questions

Answers for US and Canadian buyers preparing requests for suppliers they already know. MapleBridge provides a procurement workspace, not factory discovery or supplier certification.

Where do supplier contacts come from?

You provide them from your own relationships or independent research. The platform does not return a supplier list or make introductions.

What should an RFQ contain?

Include the product specification, order quantity, packaging, required documents, destination and date. Ask suppliers to state deviations and exclusions.

Does saving send the request?

No. Review the saved request and share private invitation links with intended suppliers. Link creation does not confirm email delivery.

When can a buyer compare a quote?

After the supplier explicitly submits it. A filled form or saved draft is not a submitted quote.

Does a quote prove compliance?

No. Check the exact product, document scope, samples and supplier identity independently. Obtain qualified advice where needed.

Does MapleBridge place or fulfil orders?

No. RFQs and quotes are procurement records. Contracts, payment, inspections, freight and customs arrangements remain outside this workflow.