What To Know Before Sending RFQ For Big Bags (request For Quotation)
The Internet has changed our lives, the way we work, and perhaps most importantly, the way we buy goods. Getting quotes online is becoming more and more common in the industry
Online quotations are easy to request, submit quickly, and improve response speed by eliminating the time spent on multiple phone conversations. Just fill in the form, click submit, and an email containing the quotation will be sent to your inbox in less than 24 hours. However, without an expert on the other end of the phone line to help you, it may be difficult to know your needs. If you don’t know what you need, how can you get an accurate quotation? Before clicking "Submit" on the "RFQ (Request for Quotation)" form, let us check what you should know.
Know your products and applications
The first thing to consider is the product to be packaged and the application in which the bag will be used. Knowing this will enable you to get a more accurate quotation based on the available bags.
Know your facility
There are two things you need to know about your factory, which will have a major impact on certain bag types that are best for you:
Know how to fill and unload bags
Knowing how the bag is loaded and unloaded will determine whether the bag requires a certain top and bottom configuration, or whether a custom-designed bag is required.
Know the shipping method of the bag
It is also critical to understand how FIBC moves around within your factory.
Know your industry
If you are in the military food or pharmaceutical industry, or use FIBC to move/store/transport hazardous materials, then it is important to understand your industry. Generally, these industries have to comply with higher standards when handling their products. This usually requires a special FIBC that meets the high standards set by industry regulations.
Since the cost of food grade big bag, pharmaceutical grade bulk bag or UN-certified FIBCs is usually higher, the bag stacking contractor can provide you with a more accurate quotation.
Know your order quantity (or...just a standard)
Want to save time?. Knowing your quantity can save a lot of delivery time. Knowing how much you want to buy in a year can provide more help. A warehouse where you can store your specific FIBC. If they know about your monthly/annual usage, they can ensure that your purchase plan will follow your schedule.
The technical specifications are great, but not required
More information can always help you get a more accurate quotation. If you have a specification sheet or data sheet for a specific FIBC, you can usually upload it to the quotation page. This will allow your distributors to match inventory products for fast delivery, or put out the appearance of customized packaging bags for your products and applications. Either way, the more you know, the more accurate your quotation will be.
