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University of Vermont Procurement Services
Quotation Evaluation Form

This form must be completed for all purchases greater than $25,000, but less than $50,000. A minimum of three quotes should be obtained and attached to this form. If this purchase is determined by your department to be a Sole or Single Source, please complete a Single/Sole Source Justification Form instead. This form can be found on the Procurement Services website.

Req ID#

Prepared by:   Department:   Phone:

Purchase Description:

Required Delivery Date:

Company 1.)   2.)   3.)

     

     

Total Price $   $   $

After evaluating all of the above, please make your supplier recommendation below. If the decision is based on anything other than price, please describe the reasoning and value for the selection.

Recommended Supplier:

Basis for Recommendation:

The information provided above is accurate and represents a fair and impartial evaluation of quotations received.

Name/Title:

Signature:

Date:

Phone:

Please scan and attach to your requisition in PeopleSoft or fax to 656-8684 referencing your requisition ID#.

Procurement Services Review:   Date:


Vendor Information Forms

W-9 Information

Federal law requires that we have on file a W-9 form with the Employer ID number or Social Security number and signature for each person to whom the University makes payment. Please complete this form and fax it to the Procurement office at (802) 656-8684.

We require either the individual’s name/Social Security number or the company’s name/Federal Employer ID number, as they appear on your income tax return.

PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY

Company Name:

DBA Name:

Federal EIN or Social Security #:

Address to send QUOTE:

Address to send PURCHASE ORDER:

Address to send INVOICE PAYMENTS:

PO Box:   Street Address:

City:   State, Zip:

Website:

Name:   Phone Number:   E-mail address:

Contact Person for ORDERS:

Contact Person for BILLING:

Does your company accept MasterCard? (Please circle)

What are your standard invoicing terms? Net days / Discount percent % / Discount Days Other

Business Description: (Please circle)

Business Classification: (Please circle)

If Small Business, please circle if 51% or more of your company is owned by:

Certification: Under penalties of perjury, I certify that: (1) The number shown above is my correct taxpayer identification number; (2) I am not subject to backup withholding because: (a) I am exempt from backup withholding or (b) I have not been notified by the IRS that I am subject to backup withholding and (3) I am a U.S. person (including a U.S. resident alien).

Signature:

Name:

Date:

Title:

FEDERAL LAW REQUIRES THAT YOU PROVIDE US WITH AN ACCURATE REPLY


ACH Vendor Payment Enrollment Form

This form is used for Automated Clearing House (ACH) vendor payments. Please provide us with the information below to accept the Automated Clearing House (ACH) electronic funds transfer.

Bank Name:

Bank Address:

Routing Number:

Account Name:

Account Number:

Check One:

Name:   Phone Number:   E-mail address:

Contact Person for Bank:

Contact Person for ACH:

Contact Person for Receivables:

I authorize the University of Vermont’s Procurement Services to electronically transfer my vendor payment via ACH to the financial institution designated above. I certify that the ACH payment is being made to a domestic financial institution and will not be transferred in its entirety to a foreign institution as part of a back to back transaction.

Signature:

Name:

Date:

Title:

OFAC Compliance Form for Vendor Payments

As a US entity, the University of Vermont is obligated to comply with the requirements of the United States Department of Treasury Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), which oversees payments sent outside the territorial jurisdiction of the United States. This includes automated clearing house (ACH) payments, such as electronic vendor payments. Effective with NACHA rules that were implemented September 18, 2009, the University is obligated to identify as an “International ACH Transaction” (IAT) any electronic vendor payment that is (1) made by the University to a financial institution located outside the U.S., or (2) made by the University to a domestic financial institution if that financial institution immediately transfers the full electronic payment amount to a financial institution outside of the U.S. in a “back-to-back” transaction.

If you elect to receive your payment from the University via an ACH transaction and think you are affected by these IAT requirements, please fill out the information requested below. You will be contacted regarding an alternative method of payment.

Signature:

Name:

Date:

Title:

ACH Vendor Payment Enrollment Form

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What a Quotation Evaluation Report Is and when it matters

A Quotation Evaluation Report documents the comparative review of supplier bids for goods or services and records the scoring, assumptions, and justification behind a procurement decision. It typically summarizes prices, technical compliance, delivery schedules, and risk factors, and it includes a scoring matrix and narrative rationale. Organizations use the report to demonstrate a consistent procurement process, support award recommendations, and create an audit trail for internal review or external oversight. The document helps preserve decisions made during evaluation and provides a reference if a vendor challenges the award.

Why a formal Quotation Evaluation Report adds value

A structured report improves transparency, reduces selection bias, and supports regulatory or audit reviews by capturing scoring, tie-breaking logic, and exceptions. For public or regulated procurements it helps demonstrate compliance with procurement rules and documents how price and non-price factors were weighted.

Why a formal Quotation Evaluation Report adds value

Which roles commonly prepare or rely on this report

Procurement, contracting, and project teams typically own the Quotation Evaluation Report; legal and finance often review outcomes.

  • Procurement officers and contract managers who run the solicitation and compile vendor responses for scoring and recommendation.
  • Project managers and technical evaluators who complete technical scores, evaluate compliance, and summarize performance risk.
  • Legal, finance, or audit teams that review the report for policy conformity, conflict checks, and contract authorization.

Use the report as a formal record for award decisions and to support post-award inquiries or debriefs with responding suppliers.

Essential parts to include in a professional report

A complete Quotation Evaluation Report combines quantitative scoring with narrative justification and supporting documents so reviewers can reproduce the decision path.

Executive summary

Two- to three-paragraph overview of purpose, winners, total estimated value, and key reasons the recommended supplier was selected, including major exclusions or clarifications.

Scoring matrix

Tabular comparison showing weighted criteria, raw scores, and total scores per vendor so readers can see how technical, commercial and schedule factors contributed.

Methodology

Clear description of evaluation criteria, weighting, scoring rules, tie-breakers, and any adjustments or normalizations applied to vendor submissions.

Price analysis

Line-item price comparisons, total cost of ownership notes, assumptions used in price normalization, and currency or tax treatment explanations.

Compliance checks

Summary of mandatory compliance items such as certifications, bond requirements, insurance limits, or regulatory approvals and their pass/fail status.

Recommendation

Rationale tying scores to the recommended award, alternative options considered, residual risks, and any conditional approvals or negotiation instructions.

Step-by-step: preparing and finalizing the report

Follow a consistent sequence to collect, score, review, and finalize the report so the award can proceed without avoidable delays.

  • 01
    Gather bids: Collect all vendor quotations and verify submission requirements.
  • 02
    Populate matrix: Enter prices and compliance status for each vendor into the scoring template.
  • 03
    Apply weights: Calculate weighted scores per criterion and total scores per vendor.
  • 04
    Review and sign: Obtain evaluator approvals, legal review, and signatories as required.

Digital workflow settings to streamline the process

Configure these workflow settings so the report and supporting files route automatically to reviewers and retain an audit trail.

Field Configuration
Template Create a reusable report template with locked scoring fields and required attachments.
Routing order Set sequential reviewers: procurement → technical → legal → finance.
Authentication Use email or SMS code signer authentication depending on sensitivity.
Retention location Store final PDF and audit log in your contract repository or document management system.

Where to send the completed report and next processing steps

A clear routing plan ensures the report reaches approvals and the procurement file is updated before award execution.

  • Internal reviewers: Distribute to procurement, technical, finance, and legal reviewers for signatures.
  • Award authority: Send final report to the authorized signatory or committee for approval.
  • Vendor debrief: Use the report to support post-award debriefs with unsuccessful bidders where required.
  • File storage: Archive signed report and attachments in the contract repository with version control.

Technical considerations for digital completion and eSubmission

Ensure the eSignature and document platform supports required file formats and audit capabilities before digitizing evaluations.

  • Formats: PDF, DOCX, and Excel supported for source documents.
  • Integrations: Connectors for SharePoint, Google Drive, or NetSuite simplify storage and indexing.
  • Audit trail: Platform must capture timestamps, IP, and signer identity.

Prefer solutions that provide conditional fields, role-based routing, and a tamper-evident signed PDF so reviewers can verify authenticity without manual logs.

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Practical tips for accurate and efficient completion

Follow these practices to reduce errors, speed approvals, and improve defensibility of procurement awards.

Use a standardized template
Build and maintain a locked template for scoring and attachments so evaluators enter data consistently and auditors can easily compare across solicitations.
Document scoring rules
Publish and apply scoring rubrics and weightings before evaluation begins; document any deviations and the rationale in the final report to avoid appearance of impropriety.
Capture version history
Keep an audit trail of all edits, reviewer comments, and approvals; store signed PDFs and raw scoring sheets in an immutable repository for dispute resolution.
Validate vendor data
Confirm vendor legal name, tax ID, insurance, and certifications before finalizing the report; unresolved items should be noted as conditions in the recommendation.

Common mistakes to avoid when preparing the report

  • Failing to apply weights consistently across vendors, which skews comparative results and undermines fairness.
  • Missing or incomplete attachments such as certifications, which can delay approval or trigger re-evaluation.
  • Using inconsistent vendor names or IDs, causing contract award errors or misapplied payments.
  • Not recording scoring justifications, leaving decisions vulnerable to challenge or audit questions.

Risks and consequences of an incorrect report

Procurement challenge: May trigger protest or bid challenge
Contract delay: Can postpone award and increase costs
Audit findings: May result in corrective actions or sanctions
Financial exposure: Incorrect price analysis may cause budget overruns
Reputational harm: Perceived unfairness can damage vendor relations
Legal liability: Errors may lead to claims or litigation

Typical timelines for solicitation evaluation and award

Use firm deadlines and communicate them clearly to vendors and evaluators; track each milestone to meet procurement rules.

Submission deadline:

Date and time by which vendor quotations must be received.

Evaluation window:

Period allocated for scoring and clarifications, typically 1–3 weeks for medium procurements.

Award recommendation:

Internal deadline for finalized report and recommendation to approvers.

Approval period:

Time for legal, finance, and authorized signatory review and signature.

Contract execution:

Target date for signing the contract and issuing the award notice.

Real-world examples illustrating common outcomes

Two examples show how organizations used a Quotation Evaluation Report to document decisions and speed approvals while maintaining compliance.

Optica Ventures — procurement streamlining

Optica used a standardized evaluation report to consolidate vendor scores and justifications.

  • The process reduced review time by consolidating inputs.
  • Brian Fitzgibbons, COO at Optica Ventures LLC, said: "The interface is simple and easy-to-use for our team; more importantly, it is just as easy for our customers."

Martin Properties — remote approvals

Martin Properties digitized evaluation reports to support remote review and signature.

  • Digital routing enabled faster signoff across offices.
  • Tim Martin, Founder of Martin Properties, noted that processing and executing documents online maintained compliance while improving turnaround for award notifications.

Frequently asked questions about the Quotation Evaluation Report

Answers to common questions about legality, signatures, retention, and correcting mistakes when using Quotation Evaluation Reports.


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