Send the product type and purpose, your drawings, sketches or reference photos, dimensions, material and finish preferences, estimated quantity and timeline, and any branding and packaging requirements. Missing information usually leads to questions before a quotation, not to a faster quote.
RFQ checklist
| Item | Why it matters | What to write |
|---|---|---|
| Product type and use | Defines structure and finish needs | Example: round coffee table for hospitality use, indoors |
| Drawings, sketch or photos | Shows what to make | Attach by email; mention if the design is yours or a reference |
| Dimensions | Affects materials and construction | Overall size and any critical dimensions |
| Materials | Affects cost and process | Stainless steel, other metals, plus wood, glass or stone if needed |
| Surface finish | Affects process and handling | Desired look; polished, sprayed or PVD plated |
| OEM or ODM | Defines who develops the design | Your own design, or development support needed |
| Estimated quantity | Affects feasibility and approach | Trial order and expected repeat volume, if known |
| Timeline | Affects planning | Target date and what drives it |
| Branding and packaging | Affects design and cost | Logo marking, labels, carton requirements |
| Compliance needs | May affect materials and testing | Any market-specific requirements, raised early |
What affects the quotation
Design complexity, materials, finishes, multi-material integration, quantity, packaging and timeline all influence a quotation. We do not publish prices, MOQ or lead times because they are evaluated for each project.
Files to send
Send what you have: drawings, CAD files, photos or sketches. If you are unsure whether we can use a file format, tell us the format and we will confirm. The inquiry form does not accept uploads, so please email files to marketing@bestarmetal.com after submitting the form.
Ready to send your RFQ?
Use the inquiry form for the basics, then email your drawings.
Common mistakes
- Sending only a photo with no size or intended use.
- Not saying whether a reference design belongs to you or to someone else.
- Leaving out the finish, which can change the process.
- Asking for a price before quantity and finish are known.
- Forgetting packaging or labeling requirements until late in the project.
What happens next
We review your project, ask for anything missing, confirm feasibility and then prepare a quotation. For new designs, a prototype normally comes before production. Timing for each step is confirmed per project.
A short template
Product: [type and use]. Design: [own drawing / reference photo / sketch]. Size: [W x D x H]. Material and finish: [your preference]. OEM or ODM: [which]. Quantity: [estimate]. Timeline: [target]. Branding and packaging: [requirements]. Notes: [anything else].
Request a Manufacturing Quote
Send your project details and we will review them.