Janitorial Supplies Example 1
Who: Financial Services Company
Vendors: 3
Number of Bids: 33
Opening Bid Total: $143,000
Savings: $29,000 or 20%
Description:
• Paper Towels
• Toilet Tissue
• Hand Soap
• Personal Seat Covers
Keys To Success:
The key to success in this auction was the amount of time this company gave the vendors to prepare. While the items are not difficult to spec, the company invited vendors that have not supplied them with these items before. Since the company gave an adequate amount of time to allow for bid preparation, the vendors were able to be more competitive by knowing their costs ahead of time.
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Janitorial Supplies Example 2
Who: Metal Fabrication Manufacturer
Vendors: 4
Number of Bids: 68
Opening Bid Total: $32,000
Savings: $12,000 or 39%
Description:
• Split Lot for two different site locations
• Similar items for each location
Keys To Success:
Buyer clearly detailed quantities and items to the sellers. The terms and conditions stated all the requirements of delivery, installation and inventory responsibilities to the sellers. A low dollar volume auction resulted in significant savings because of proper preparation and good communication.
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