Procurement guide

Valve RFQ Checklist: What to Send for Product Matching

Direct answer: A useful valve RFQ identifies the required valve function, size, pressure rating, materials, end connection, operating medium and temperature, quantity, destination, and required documents. If a field is unknown, mark it for confirmation instead of guessing.

Information to Compare

  1. Valve function and typeState the required shut-off, isolation, regulation, or reverse-flow function and the valve type if known.
  2. Size and pressureProvide DN or NPS size and PN or pressure class for each line item.
  3. Materials and trimList body, seat, disc, ball, wedge, stem, or trim requirements that are specified by the project.
  4. End connectionState flanged, wafer, lug, threaded, welded, or another required connection.
  5. Service conditionsShare the medium, operating temperature, installation orientation, and any project-specific operating condition.
  6. Quantity and destinationProvide quantity by line item, destination country, and delivery port if known.
  7. Standards and documentsList required product standards and the documents that must be confirmed for the quoted scope.

Buyer Questions

Can I send an RFQ when some valve details are unknown?

Yes. Mark unknown fields for confirmation and provide the operating conditions and project information you do know.

Should standards and certificates be treated as the same requirement?

No. A product standard describes a specification, while required certificates or reports must be listed and confirmed separately for the quoted product.

What is the fastest way to organize several valve items?

Use one line per product and keep size, pressure, material, connection, quantity, and document requirements in separate columns.

Prepare the Inquiry

Use the checklist to organize known requirements and mark missing fields for confirmation.

Send Your RFQ or BOM