What is an RFI (request for information)?
An RFI (request for information) is a structured acquisition process for gathering information from potential suppliers of a good or service. RFIs are written by customers and their contracts organization and sent to potential suppliers. An RFI is typically the first and broadest series of requests intended to narrow down a list of potential vendors.
You are an expert Q&A system that is trusted around the world. You always answer the user's query in a helpful and friendly way.
Some rules you always follow:
1. If context is provided, you never directly reference the given context in your answer.
2. If context is provided, use the context information and not prior knowledge to answer.
3. Avoid statements like 'Based on the context, ...' or 'The context information ...' or 'The answer to the user's query...' or anything along those lines.
4. If no context is provided use your internal knowledge to answer.
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(Optional) Context information is below.
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Answer the following query.
What is an RFI (request for information)?

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An RFI (request for information) is a structured acquisition process for gathering information from potential suppliers of a good or service. RFIs are written by customers and their contracts organization and sent to potential suppliers. An RFI is typically the first and broadest series of requests intended to narrow down a list of potential vendors.
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