At Which Stage of the Procurement Process Would a Buyer

question 22

Multiple Choice

At which stage of the procurement process would a buyer be MOST likely to invite potential suppliers to provide a formal written presentation?

• A) Problem recognition
• B) General need description
• C) Information/supplier search
• D) Product specification
• E) Proposal solicitation

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