Technical information
A product name alone is rarely enough to configure an analytical system.
Application, sample, analytes, and range
Applicable method or standard
Throughput and automation
Detector, accessories, software, and consumables
Laboratory Instrument Guide
Laboratory Instrument RFQ Checklist
The information international buyers should provide for an accurate analytical instrument configuration and quotation.
Direct Answer
Selection summary
For an accurate laboratory instrument quotation, provide the application, sample matrix, target analytes or parameters, applicable method, expected range, throughput, preferred configuration, accessories, quantity, voltage and plug, destination, documents, delivery timing, and requested commercial terms.
Decision framework
Installation information
Confirm the destination environment before quotation.
Voltage, frequency, plug, and available utilities
Gas, ventilation, water, and bench requirements
Installation and training expectations
Local language and document requirements
Commercial information
Clear commercial scope reduces quotation revisions.
Quantity and destination country
Preferred Incoterm and delivery timing
Packing and shipping requirements
Invoice, origin, compliance, and tender documents
Information to prepare before requesting a quotation
Company and contact
Product or application
Method and sample
Configuration and accessories
Quantity
Voltage and destination
Documents
Delivery and trade terms