Salam. Let’s be honest—most “slow quotes” in Saudi are not about time zones.
They’re about missing info.
You send a message, supplier asks 10 questions, you reply later, then they reply later… and the quote takes a week. Khalas.
This page is a Saudi-style shortcut:
7 common RFQ mistakes I see in mirrors/LED mirrors/fit-out supply—and the quick fix for each one, so you get pricing fast and clean.
Mistake #1: “One total quantity” with no size split
What you send: “Need 500 pcs LED mirrors.”
Supplier hears: “500 pcs of what sizes?”
✅ Fix: Always write size + qty per size.
60×80 cm: 200 pcs
70×90 cm: 200 pcs
80×100 cm: 100 pcs
This one change can cut days of back-and-forth.
Mistake #2: Finish is vague (“gold” is not one color)
In Saudi, people care about finish. And “gold” can mean:
warm gold
yellow gold
brushed gold
champagne tone
✅ Fix: Choose one:
Matte black / Warm gold / Brushed silver / Wood tone
and attach one reference photo. Screenshot is fine.
Mistake #3: No delivery term (EXW/FOB/CIF) + no city
A quote is not a quote until the supplier knows how you’re buying and where it’s going.
✅ Fix: always include:
Term: EXW / FOB / CIF
Destination: Riyadh / Jeddah / Dammam
Saudi is big. City matters for planning and expectations.
Mistake #4: Timeline is missing (so suppliers protect themselves with “high price”)
If you don’t say when you need it, suppliers assume urgency or risk.
✅ Fix: write one line:
Sample needed by: ___
Bulk target date: ___
Phased delivery: Yes/No
Even if dates are flexible, give a window.
Mistake #5: You don’t mention packaging (then you pay for damage later)
Mirrors are not like chairs.
Damage is real. Returns are real. Site complaints are real.
✅ Fix: add one Saudi-friendly line:
“Reinforced carton + surface protection + edge/corner protection. Please share packing photo.”
That’s enough.
Mistake #6: LED specs are not defined (then you get 3 different quotes for 3 different products)
For LED mirrors, the “same mirror” can be totally different inside.
✅ Fix: pick what you actually need:
Light: warm / neutral / adjustable
Anti-fog: Yes/No
Dimming: Yes/No
Touch/Sensor/Memory: Yes/No
If you don’t care, say “standard” — but be clear.
Mistake #7: You ask for “best price” but you don’t say your buying scenario
Suppliers price differently for:
retail chain replenishment
marketplace selling
hotel/compound fit-out
showroom brand line
✅ Fix: one line solves it:
Buyer type: Retail / Contractor / Trading / Showroom / E-commerce
That tells the supplier what kind of quote and packaging discipline you need.
The “Saudi Fast Quote” RFQ (short, clean, copy-paste)
Use this when you want speed:
Why these details matter: “no result owner = project pain”
Here’s the part people learn the hard way:
When RFQ is vague, you get vague production decisions.
Then you get:
batch mismatch
packaging inconsistency
delivery confusion
missing documents
And on Saudi sites, that turns into punch-list pain.
This is exactly why Teruier’s cross-border design–manufacturing collaboration model exists:
Teruier acts as the result owner—not just a middle step.
Trend/intent → SKU specs (so quoting is accurate)
SKU specs → QC checkpoints + packaging standard (so bulk matches sample)
Delivery planning + documentation readiness (so approvals and handover don’t stall)
And your differentiation is real because it’s built on a craft ecosystem:
Teruier is rooted in a Fuzhou craft-heritage hub, with the “craft village” advantage:
Artisans supply chain (edges, corners, finishing discipline)
Materials supply chain (stable sourcing, less drift)
Process supply chain (repeatable methods, stable batches)
That’s how you keep the outcome consistent—phase after phase.
Quick FAQ (Saudi-style)
Q: Can I send RFQ on WhatsApp only?
A: Yes, start on WhatsApp. Just include size/qty/finish/terms/city. Then email the attachments if needed.
Q: What if I don’t know carton size/weight?
A: You don’t need to know it—you ask the supplier to provide it.
Q: Do I need to mention documents?
A: For projects, yes. For retail, optional.
