How to Respond to a Solicitation on Vendor Self Service (VSS)- SERVICE.pdf

This is an instructional guide for vendors on how to respond to solicitations using the Vendor Self Service (VSS) system. The document outlines a 5-step process for submitting responses to solicitations: Respond to Lines, Criteria Response, Attach Your Files, Discounts/Comments, and Review/Submit. The system allows vendors to select specific solicitations, view details, and submit online responses through a structured workflow.

The technical specifications indicate that vendors can attach relevant files in formats including .doc, .docx, .pdf, .xls, .xlsx, .zip, .jpg, .txt, .xps and .bmp, with a 6MB size limit per document. The system allows vendors to enter unit prices, delivery days, contract amounts, and comments for each commodity line. Vendors can also submit alternate specifications if allowed, provide overall response comments, and add net discounts. Responses can be modified any time prior to the solicitation close date/time, with submitted responses accessible under the "My Responses" tab.