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

This is a training manual outlining the 5-step process for responding to solicitations through the Michigan Vendor Self Service (VSS) system. The document provides detailed instructions for vendors on how to submit responses to state solicitations, including selecting appropriate solicitations, entering response details, attaching required files, adding comments/discounts, and reviewing/submitting final responses.

The technical specifications indicate that vendors can attach 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 specifications for each commodity line. Vendors can modify their responses any time before the solicitation close date/time. The process includes steps for entering criteria responses that will be used for evaluation, with some criteria being required before submission is allowed.