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

This document is a Vendor Self Service (VSS) system instruction guide from the State of Michigan detailing the step-by-step process for responding to solicitations. The guide outlines a five-step response process: Respond to Lines, Criteria Response, Attach Your Files, Discounts/Comments, and Review/Submit. The instructions cover how to choose a solicitation, select response types, enter unit prices or contract amounts, and submit required documentation.

The technical specifications include the ability to attach multiple file types (.doc, .docx, .pdf, .xls, .xlsx, .zip, .jpg, .txt, .xps and .bmp) with a 6MB per document size limit. The system allows vendors to enter alternate specifications, add comments, provide net discounts, and review all information before final submission. Vendors can modify their responses any time prior to the solicitation close date/time, with further details provided in Section 5 Solicitation Responses.