RFIS, RFPS, AND RFQS: UNDERSTANDING THE DIFFERENCE

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.

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