- How to Send Inquiries About a Government Tender via Etimad?
Etimad platform allows registered suppliers to send formal inquiries to government agencies regarding active tenders. This process ensures clarity and fairness before submitting your proposal.
Who Can Submit Inquiries?
- Suppliers with an active Etimad account.
- Those who have joined the tender by purchasing the RFP or accepting an invitation.
When Can Inquiries Be Sent?
- Only during the inquiry window as defined in the official tender documents (RFP).
Steps to Submit an Inquiry on Etimad
- Log into your Etimad supplier account.
- Go to the "My Tenders" section.
- Select the tender you have questions about.
- Click on the "Send Inquiry" button.
- Write your question clearly and submit it through the platform.
What Happens After Submission?
- The government procurement officer receives your inquiry.
- They review and respond through the system.
- All suppliers involved in the tender receive the same response for transparency.
What Kind of Questions Can You Ask?
- Technical clarifications.
- Deadline or document-related inquiries.
- Administrative or procedural doubts regarding the tender.
Is the Service Free?
- Yes, it’s completely free.
Summary
Sending inquiries via Etimad ensures you have the complete picture before submitting your bid, and helps reduce the risk of errors or non-compliance.
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- - Instant Search
- - Export to Excel
- - Excel Quantity Tables
- - Awarding and Proposals Data
- - Suppliers Data
- - Complete Data (including what was removed from Etimad)
- - Preparing Technical and Financial Proposals
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- ◾ Bidding in Government Projects
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- ◾ Tender Award Results – Etimad
- ◾ Criteria for Selecting the Winning Bid
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- ◾ Bid Withdrawal – Etimad
- ◾ Objecting to Tender Results
- ◾ Common Mistakes
- ◾ Documents Required for Tenders
- ◾ Steps for Submitting an Offer in a Tender
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- ◾ contract templates
- ◾ operations and maintenance
- ◾ supply contract
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