What is multi-envelope RFx response evaluation in SAP SRM-EBP-BID - RFx?

SAP Term: multi-envelope RFx response evaluation

• Component: SRM-EBP-BID

• Component Name: RFx

• Description: The evaluation of a multi-envelope response by separate evaluation panels.One envelope contains pricing information; the other envelopes may contain technical, administrative, or other relevant information required as part of the response. The pricing envelope typically remains unopened and unevaluated until the information contained in the other envelopes has been evaluated.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Multi-envelope RFx response evaluation is a feature of the SAP SRM-EBP-BID RFx component. It allows buyers to evaluate responses to their requests for quotations (RFx) in multiple envelopes. This means that buyers can evaluate responses to different aspects of the RFx separately, such as technical and commercial criteria. 
  
  How to use it: 
  To use multi-envelope RFx response evaluation, buyers must first create an RFx document with multiple envelopes. Each envelope should contain a set of criteria that the buyer wants to evaluate. The buyer can then send out the RFx document to suppliers and receive responses from them. The buyer can then evaluate each response according to the criteria in each envelope. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When creating an RFx document with multiple envelopes, it is important to ensure that the criteria in each envelope are clearly defined and easy to understand. This will make it easier for suppliers to respond accurately and for buyers to evaluate the responses. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on multi-envelope RFx response evaluation, please refer to the SAP Help Portal or contact your local SAP representative.