RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Understanding the Difference
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- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia 20405, United States
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Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The General Services Administration (GSA), specifically the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), has published a Special Notice announcing a training webinar titled "RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Understanding the Difference." This notice is part of the GSA OSDBU's First Friday training series, which provides targeted educational sessions on essential federal procurement topics. The webinar is scheduled for Friday, March 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time and will be delivered online. This Special Notice was posted on February 18, 2026, and is open to all industries. The training is being conducted by Small Business Specialists Sean Murphy and Kemba Gilmore from GSA OSDBU.
The primary objective of this webinar is to equip vendors, particularly small businesses, with the knowledge and strategies needed to effectively respond to three key types of federal procurement requests: Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs). Participants will learn the differences between these request types, strategies for developing compelling responses, and insights directly from federal contracting officers, along with guidance on common mistakes to avoid. The training is free and requires registration, with confirmation details provided via email after registration. There are no set-asides or specific eligibility restrictions—the webinar is open to all industries and vendors seeking to strengthen their federal contracting capabilities. Interested participants can register through GSA's events page and can access additional small business resources through OSDBU's website and social media channels.
Notice text
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) First Friday training series delivers targeted educational sessions covering essential core topics. These sessions will provide actionable insights and strategies for vendors, equipping them with the knowledge and tools required to successfully navigate the complexities of the federal procurement landscape.
Join us for the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) First Friday training on “RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Understanding the Difference”
This webinar will help you learn how to develop effective responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs). During this training, we will explain the differences in these requests and provide small businesses with the most effective strategies for creating effective responses.
This webinar is free and open to all industries.
What you’ll learn:
- Understanding the power of responding to RFIs and Sources Sought Notices
- Tips on creating effective responses
- Insights from Federal contracting officers
- Common mistakes to avoid
Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Location: Online: (Registration required)
Presenter: Sean Murphy & Kemba Gilmore, Small Business Specialists, GSA OSDBU
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
All GSA Events can be found at www.gsa.gov/events
To learn more about small business resources and understand more about opportunities, please visit OSDBU’s Small Business Resources page.
Follow us on X @GSAOSDBU, LinkedIn GSAOSDBU, visit www.gsa.gov/small-business, or contact an OSDBU small business specialist.
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