Government contracting term

Solicitation

A government request for offers, quotations, or proposals under the instructions and conditions stated in the procurement documents.

Updated Jul 20, 2026

What it contains

A solicitation may include scope, clauses, instructions, evaluation factors, pricing structure, attachments, and the response deadline.

Bidder responsibility

Follow the official submission instructions and every applicable amendment. A search result or summary cannot replace the solicitation package.