Agency Select Online RFQ/RFP Tool

Once agencies have been identified that match specific needs, our Agency Select online RFQ/RFP tool can be used to request more information from these agencies, issue RFPs and compare submissions.  The service includes one hour of consulting with RFP Associates.  

Click on the SUBMIT RFQ/RFP button, once you have conducted a search for an agency or agencies.  Then select, customize and submit the RFQ (request for qualifications) or RFP (request for proposal) proprietary forms.  These forms draw upon RFP Associates’ search expertise to make the RFQ/RFP process as efficient as possible and generate the information companies need to make agency hiring decisions.

RFQ and RFP forms require agencies to complete required certification and confidentiality requirements as part of the submission process.  Once the RFQ and/or RFP has been submitted the agency completes the forms and the company is notified in its Profile dashboard.  Completed RFQs/RFPs can then be reviewed and downloaded on CommunicationsMatch.  

We give hiring companies the ability to upload additional supporting information.  Responding agencies have the option of uploading case studies or other supporting information to put their best foot forward.

See our Agency Search Resource Center for our Agency Search Guide, research and videos to support the search process.   

The one-hour consulting session with RFP Associates included with Agency Select, provides the opportunity to discuss selection criteria for a specific project, the customization or RFQs or RFPs, and the evaluation of RFQ/RFP submissions.          

 

A Few Simple Steps to Agency Selection

Having shortlisted agencies using the CommunicationsMatch search tool, there are a few simple steps to completing the RFQ/RFP process. 

We encourage users to review our search resources in advance of or during the process. 

We recommend setting up consulting sessions with RFP Associates at the beginning of the project and to assist with agency selection when either selecting agencies for RFPs or when evaluating finalists.  To book a consulting session send an email to [email protected].     

 

Step 1:  Request More Information From Shortlisted Agencies

If you need additional information to narrow down your shortlist of agencies, we recommend issuing an Agency Select RFQ to selected agencies that meet your basic search criteria.  The RFQ consists of a series of pre-populated questions designed to secure detailed information from agencies related to your industry sector and assignment and to determine any potential conflicts of interest.  After clicking the SUBMIT RFQ button – you can tailor the form to your project before issuing it to selected agencies.   

 

Step 2: Select Agencies for RFP

Review the RFQ submissions in CommunicationsMatch to select agencies to receive your Agency Select RFP.     

 

Step 3:   RFP Form

The Agency Select RFP form is designed to secure the information needed from agencies to select finalists for presentations.  After clicking the SUBMIT RFP button – you can add additional questions relevant to your project before issuing it to selected agencies.     

 

Step 4:  Select Finalists and Set Up Presentations/Interviews

Review and compare responses to the RFP in your Profile dashboard.  

 

If you need help beyond the two hours of search consulting, RFP Associates is available to help you through the agency search process.