Webinar: RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Understanding the Difference
Closed Special Notice Posted
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- Place of performance
- Washington, District of Columbia 20405, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) has published a Special Notice announcing a free educational webinar titled "RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs: Understanding the Difference" scheduled for Friday, August 8, 2025, at 1:00 PM Eastern Time. This training session is part of GSA OSDBU's First Friday training series, which delivers targeted educational content on essential federal procurement topics. The webinar will be conducted online and requires advance registration. The session will be presented by Claudia Hadley and Kemba Gilmore, Small Business Specialists from GSA OSDBU. This Special Notice was posted on August 4, 2025, with a due date of August 8, 2025.
The primary objective of this webinar is to educate vendors on developing effective responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs) while explaining the critical differences between these solicitation types. The training will cover understanding the strategic value of responding to RFIs and Sources Sought Notices, tips for creating compelling responses, insights from federal contracting officers, and common mistakes to avoid. The webinar is open to all industries with no eligibility restrictions, making it accessible to any business interested in federal contracting opportunities. As part of OSDBU's broader mission to support small and disadvantaged businesses in federal procurement, this educational initiative provides actionable strategies and tools to help vendors successfully navigate the complexities of the federal marketplace. Registration is required to participate, and attendees will receive confirmation emails with meeting access information upon registration.
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, August 8, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Location: Online: (Registration required)
Presenter: Claudia Hadley & 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
About OSDBU: OSDBU has nationwide responsibility for GSA’s small business programs and is the chief advocate for small and disadvantaged businesses. OSDBU collaborates with GSA mission delivery and support offices to meet and exceed statutory prime and subcontracting small business goals.
For more small business training resources, visit our 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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