# How to Purchase the Tender Documents (RFP) on Etimad?

Tender documents—commonly known as RFPs (Request for Proposal)—contain essential details about government tenders. Etimad allows registered suppliers to easily purchase these documents and download them instantly.

## Who Can Purchase the Tender Documents?

- Suppliers **registered** and with an **active subscription** on the Etimad platform.

## Why Is It Important?

- RFPs include critical information such as:
- Scope of work.
- Technical requirements.
- Delivery timelines.
- Evaluation criteria.
- Terms of payment.


- Most tenders cannot be bid on without purchasing the RFP.

## Steps to Purchase the Tender Documents

- Log into your [Etimad](https://tenders.etimad.sa/) supplier account.
- Go to the **“View Posted Tenders”** service.
- Select the tender you're interested in.
- Click on **“Purchase RFP Document”**.
- If the document is not free, you'll be prompted to pay the listed fee.
- Once payment is completed, the documents will be available for **immediate download**.

## Are All RFPs Paid?

- **No**, some are free.
- The fee status is clearly shown on the tender details page.

## How Long Does It Take?

- Access is granted **instantly** after successful payment.

## Access Channels

- Etimad web platform.
- Etimad official mobile apps.

## Can You Share the RFP Document?

- It’s not recommended. The document is tied to your supplier ID and may contain sensitive or proprietary information.

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