Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
RFI, RFP, RFQ & tender documents · Core

Supplier questionnaire

Also called: vendor questionnaire

ELI5

A structured request for supplier capability, risk and compliance information.

Used in conversation

“Can we circulate supplier questionnaire with the assumptions and open questions marked?”

Pitch context

You will see “Supplier questionnaire” in operating plans, procurement packs, supplier reviews and supply-chain reports when the discussion reaches rfi, rfp, rfq & tender documents.

Why it matters: In rfi, rfp, rfq & tender documents, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 3

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.