Small Business
$800 – $4,000
Business cards, flyers, small run
Scope brief
Overview
Use this RFQ when you need providers to quote for Commercial Printing — with clear scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria.
When To Use This RFQ
Objectives
- Source quality print at scale
- Meet brand color standards
- Coordinate multi-item print runs
- Deliver across branches or events
Typical Projects
- Brochures and catalogs
- Business stationery
- Packaging print
- Event materials
Ideal Buyer
Procurement, marketing ops, and office managers.
Common Deliverables
- Print specs
- Proofs
- Production
- Delivery
- Quality assurance
Ready-to-Copy Scope of Work
Project: Commercial Printing
Category: Printing & Signage
Scope of Work:
1. Review artwork files and pre-press specifications (CMYK, bleed, fonts).
2. Material recommendation: paper weight, finish, binding.
3. Digital or offset production based on quantity and quality needs.
4. Color proof approval workflow.
5. Quality control against brand color standards.
6. Packaging, labeling, and delivery to specified locations.
7. Reprint and storage options for repeat orders.
Quotation must include: fee, deliverables, timeline, team structure, assumptions and exclusions.
Deliverables Checklist
- Print specification sheet
- Digital/physical proofs
- Production run
- QC report
- Delivery documentation
- Invoice with quantity reconciliation
- Artwork archive
Timeline Template
Week 1
Specs and proofs
Proof sign-off
Week 2
Production
Press check (if required)
Week 3
Delivery
Delivery confirmation
Budget Guidance (USD)
Mid Market
$4,000 – $15,000
Catalogues, large offset/digital
Enterprise
$15,000 – $50,000+
High-volume or specialty print
Indicative USD ranges for Egypt, KSA, and UAE (2025–2026 market research). Egypt is often 40–70% lower than Dubai/Riyadh upper tiers. Ad spend, MOQ, licensing, and VAT usually excluded.
Vendor Evaluation Matrix
| Criteria | Weight | Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Technical Capability | 25% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Industry Experience | 20% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Price | 20% | Rate 1–5 | |
| References | 15% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Response Time | 10% | Rate 1–5 | |
| Support | 10% | Rate 1–5 |
Common Mistakes
Artwork not print-ready +
State file standards and offer pre-press as line item.
No proof approval step +
Require signed proof before production.
Delivery locations unclear +
List all delivery addresses and quantities per site.
Color matching assumptions +
Reference Pantone/brand colors and require press check if critical.
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What is a Commercial Printing RFQ template? +
A Commercial Printing RFQ template is a ready-to-use procurement document with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria — so you can collect comparable quotations from verified service providers.
How do I use this Commercial Printing RFQ template on Entasher? +
Click "Use This Template Online" to open the Entasher RFQ form with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria pre-filled. Submit one brief and receive competitive quotations across Egypt, KSA, and UAE.
What is the difference between an RFQ template and an RFP template? +
An RFQ focuses on pricing for clearly defined scope. An RFP evaluates approach and capability. This Commercial Printing template supports both with the included vendor evaluation matrix.
Can I download this template as DOCX or PDF? +
Yes. Download DOCX or PDF with scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation matrix — ready to send to agencies. Or use "Use This Template Online" to submit faster and receive quotations from verified providers.
What budget should I set for Commercial Printing? +
Budget guidance on this page is in USD and reflects typical ranges across Egypt, KSA, and UAE. Use the Small Business, Mid Market, and Enterprise tiers as starting points — Egypt is often lower; Dubai and Riyadh sit at the upper end for comparable scope.
How many providers will respond to my RFQ on Entasher? +
Most clients receive multiple quotations within 24–48 hours from verified providers matched to service category and country.
What should I include in the scope of work section? +
Include objectives, deliverables, markets (EG/KSA/UAE), languages, timeline, approval process, and reporting requirements.
How do I evaluate Commercial Printing proposals fairly? +
Use the vendor evaluation matrix. Score each provider on technical capability, industry experience, price, references, response time, and support.