Request for Information (RFI) Template
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A request for information (RFI) is a formal document for requesting information needed to perform an equitable and simultaneous comparison of vendors. Following is a template you can use as a starting point:
Project Title
Statement of Need
[Insert a concise paragraph outlining your company’s needs for this project, goals and objectives. Four or five sentences is a typical length for a small or medium-sized project.]
Background
[Insert a concise paragraph outlining your company’s background. Again, four or five sentences is a sufficient length for a small or medium-sized company.]
Qualifications
[Insert an outline of any qualifications the prospective vendors should meet. Length varies widely based on the type of project.]
Information Requested
[Insert an outline of all information you would like to use for evaluations. Length varies depending on the project.]
Selection of Expert
[Insert a list of the criteria you will be using for evaluation. Length varies based on the type of project.]
Time for Response
[Insert the estimated duration of the project or the required completion date.]


