RFP Questions Deadline Guide

A working checklist from the SMB RFP Copilot prototype. Target question: when to submit RFP clarification questions

Prototype status. SMB RFP Copilot is an early prototype, not a finished service. Payment is not enabled for this product and nothing here has been verified against your specific situation.

What to check

What exactly is being asked for, in writing
Which items are mandatory versus optional
Who is responsible for each item
What the deadline is and what happens if it slips
What is explicitly excluded
Which claims need a source before you rely on them

Questions to ask

What is the complete list of requirements?
Which of these are disqualifying if missed?
Who owns each item and by when?
What documentation has to be attached?
What is the review process and timeline?
Who do I ask when something is ambiguous?

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