RFPs are generally used for the purchasing of highly technical supplies and services. This method may also be used when contracting for highly specialized or professional services such as medical, social, architectural and engineering. RFPs are competitively solicited with contracts awarded to the most responsible proposer whose proposal is determined in writing to be the most advantageous to the University. Subjective and objective criteria may be used in the evaluation and selection of one or more vendor.
Cost is always a significant consideration when evaluating proposals.