Small Business
$12,000 – $35,000
Retail/mall activation, 1 city
Scope brief
Overview
Use this RFQ when you need providers to quote for Product Activation — with clear scope, deliverables, timeline, and evaluation criteria.
When To Use This RFQ
Objectives
- Launch products with impact
- Drive trial and sampling
- Create buzz in retail or public spaces
- Coordinate brand ambassadors
Typical Projects
- Mall activations
- Sampling campaigns
- Pop-up experiences
- Roadshows
Ideal Buyer
Brand managers and trade marketing teams.
Common Deliverables
- Activation concept
- Production
- Staffing
- Reporting
Ready-to-Copy Scope of Work
Project: Product Activation
Category: Events & Exhibitions
Scope of Work:
1. Brief on product, audience, locations, and KPIs (samples, leads, impressions).
2. Creative concept and experience design.
3. Permits, venue booking, and logistics.
4. Production: booths, displays, sampling equipment.
5. Brand ambassador recruitment and training.
6. Daily reporting and post-activation ROI summary.
Quotation must include: fee, deliverables, timeline, team structure, assumptions and exclusions.
Deliverables Checklist
- Concept deck
- Production plan
- Staff roster
- Daily activity reports
- Sample/lead tracker
- Post-activation report
Timeline Template
Week 1–2
Concept and venues
Concept approval
Week 3–4
Production and staffing
Pre-event QA
Activation dates
Live execution
Daily sign-off
Budget Guidance (USD)
Mid Market
$35,000 – $100,000
Multi-city sampling or roadshow
Enterprise
$100,000 – $280,000+
National launch program
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
Permits not planned +
Confirm mall/venue approval timelines.
Sampling compliance ignored +
Include food/product sampling regulations if applicable.
Staff training rushed +
Require brand training before live days.
Lead capture undefined +
Specify data fields and CRM handoff.
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What is a Product Activation RFQ template? +
A Product Activation 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 Product Activation 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 Product Activation 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 Product Activation? +
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 Product Activation proposals fairly? +
Use the vendor evaluation matrix. Score each provider on technical capability, industry experience, price, references, response time, and support.