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A quotation that stalls in approval is rarely too expensive — it's usually too vague.
What the buyer is actually looking for
- Itemized lines with quantities and units, not one lump sum.
- A clear scope: what's included and what isn't.
- VAT shown separately.
- A stated validity period and payment terms.
- Complete official supplier details in the header.
The unit matters more than the price
"Lobby décor" as a lump sum can't be compared to anything. "National Day decoration — large site, lump sum" can be compared against another site, against last year, and against another supplier. A clear unit is what makes a quote approvable.
State exclusions explicitly
Transport outside Riyadh, permits, on-site power, overtime hours — naming them up front prevents an argument on event day. A quote that stays silent on them looks cheaper, then becomes more expensive.
Tie the quote to the purchase order
A quotation should carry a number and reference that reappears on the purchase order, the invoice and the handover report. That single thread is what lets the three-way match pass in accounting without questions.
