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Sample Expression of Interest Form
An Expression of Interest (EOI) is used to garner potential suppliers for a project you have on the drawing board or hope to tender in the near future. By issuing an EOI, you are given the opportunity to prequalify vendors capable of completing the work under the restrictions or specification presented in your proposal.
Is an EOI similar to or the same as a RFP (Request for Proposal), RFI (Request for Information)? Basically, yes they can be construed as being the same, with the exception of the potential legal ramifications so seek counsel or legal advice to ensure you understand how issuing any of the above will impact your company in the country, state or province you operate your business in.
Our opinion … an expression of interest is just that, you are only seeking interested vendors whom indicate they are qualified to complete your project under the terms and conditions presented. If your project is subject to funding, licensing, approvals, or something else make sure you state such and it does not hurt to add wording such as, “This Expression of Interest document is a non-binding document. [Your Company] does not make any representations or provide any undertakings to Suppliers other than to invite them to submit an Expression of Interest.”
A poorly worded RFQ or RFP may imply you are making a purchase which can be challenged as an implied contract so again review with legal before issuing proposals. RFQ65 – Expression of Interest is an eight (8) page sample template which can be used for solicitation of interested parties capable of providing an assets disposal service. Keep in mind you can tailor most of our templates to suit your own requirements. Many purchasing professionals develop a Technical Compliance Matrix to display and evaluate vendor responses. RFQ66 – Technical Compliance Matrix is used in conjunction with RFQ65.
Why write an expression of interest when you can download a sample template here? Here is a preview of the table of contents in our Expression of Interest which is available in our premium pack.
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