The question "Is it IFB or RFP?" is inherently ambiguous without more context. Therefore, the exact answer depends on the specific situation being considered. To provide a definitive answer, more information is needed about the project or procurement.
The document provided offers clarification by defining both IFB and RFP, which is crucial for understanding which one applies.
- IFB (Invitation for Bids): Typically used for procuring products and construction projects where the specifications are well-defined, and the primary selection criterion is price.
- RFP (Request for Proposal): Usually employed when seeking innovative ideas and solutions to achieve a department's objective. RFPs allow for more flexibility and evaluation criteria beyond just price.
Therefore, before answering, we would need to know:
- What is being procured? (e.g., construction, a service, a product)
- Are the specifications clearly defined?
- Is price the main selection criterion?
- Are innovative solutions or different approaches being sought?
Without this crucial context, it is impossible to definitively say whether it is an IFB or an RFP.
