What Should A Bulk Bag RFQ Include?

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A bulk bag RFQ is either:

  1. a clean request that gets you a clean quote…
    or

  2. a vague “price check” that turns into ten emails, three re-quotes, and a bag that shows up “close enough.”

If you want fast quotes that are actually comparable, your RFQ needs to force clarity on specs, handling, and logistics.

Here’s exactly what a bulk bag RFQ should include (and a copy/paste template you can use immediately).

The 12 Things Every Bulk Bag RFQ Should Include

If you include these 12, you’ll get accurate quotes and avoid the “hidden cost” nonsense.

1) What product are you filling?

Powder vs pellets vs flakes changes fabric choices and closure recommendations.

Include:

  • product name

  • powder/pellet/granule

  • dusty or not

2) Target fill weight per bag (gross)

Not “about a ton.” Put a number.

Example: 2,200 lbs gross.

3) Bag size (or “recommend based on weight + density”)

If you know desired dimensions, list:

  • L x W x H

If you don’t, say:

  • “recommend size for ____ lbs of ____ material”

4) SWL (Safe Working Load)

If you don’t know, request a recommendation.

5) Top style

Choose one:

  • open top

  • duffle top

  • fill spout (include spout diameter/length if you know it)

6) Bottom style

Choose one:

  • flat bottom

  • discharge spout (include diameter/length if you know it)

  • full drop (if needed)

7) Fabric choice: coated vs uncoated

If you’re dusty or want less sifting/cleaner handling, coating may matter.

If you’re unsure, ask for both options.

8) Liner requirement (if any)

Pick one:

  • none

  • loose liner

  • form-fit liner

  • barrier liner

If you’re unsure, ask for recommendations based on:

  • dust control

  • moisture control

  • cleanliness requirements

9) Loop style

Most common:

  • standard loops

  • stevedore loops (if you need them)

If your facility uses a specific method, list it.

10) Handling method + equipment

Tell the supplier how you’ll handle the bag:

  • forklift

  • crane

  • both

This affects loops and safety recommendations.

11) Stacking + storage conditions

Include:

  • stacking height (how many high)

  • indoor/outdoor storage

  • how long bags may sit

This impacts stability decisions.

12) Quantity + shipping info (this is where quotes get real)

Include:

  • quantity needed (MOQ 2,000 for most custom/new runs)

  • pallet vs truckload preference

  • ship-to ZIP code

  • target ship date

  • request freight delivered to your ZIP

If freight isn’t clear, the quote isn’t real.

Call or Text us at 832.400.1394 for a Quote!

Copy/Paste: Bulk Bag RFQ Template (Use This)

Subject: RFQ — Bulk Bags (Specs + Lead Time + Delivered Freight)

Hello — Please quote bulk bags with the specifications below. Include unit pricing by quantity tier (MOQ and truckload if available), lead time, and freight delivered to our ship-to ZIP.

  • Product being filled: __________ (powder/pellet/granule; dusty? yes/no)

  • Target fill weight (gross): ____ lbs

  • Bag size: ____ (or recommend based on product + weight)

  • SWL: ____ (or recommend)

  • Top style: open / duffle / fill spout (diameter/length if known: ____)

  • Bottom style: flat / discharge spout / full drop (diameter/length if known: ____)

  • Fabric: coated / uncoated (quote/recommend)

  • Liner: none / loose / form-fit / barrier (quote/recommend)

  • Loop type: standard / stevedore / other: ____

  • Handling method: forklift / crane / both

  • Stacking: yes/no — how many high? ____

  • Storage: indoor / outdoor / both

  • Quantity: ____ bags (MOQ 2,000)

  • Ship-to ZIP: ____

  • Target ship date: ____

  • Please include truckload pricing tiers if available.

Thank you,
[Name]
[Company]
[Phone]

That template gets you real quotes. Not “maybe quotes.”

Call or Text us at 832.400.1394 for a Quote!

The 7 “Hidden Cost” Items a Good RFQ Prevents

These are the gotchas your RFQ should eliminate:

  1. freight surprises (ZIP not included)

  2. wrong spout size (doesn’t fit your station)

  3. dust leakage (coating/liner not specified)

  4. unstable stacking (baffles/size not considered)

  5. wrong loop style (handling mismatch)

  6. lead time bait-and-switch

  7. reorder drift (no house spec)

The Pro Move: Ask for Two Quotes Every Time

When you send an RFQ, request two tiers:

  1. MOQ pricing (to get started)

  2. Truckload pricing (real savings)

Even if you’re not ordering truckload today, you want to see the math.

Call or Text us at 832.400.1394 for a Quote!

Why CPP Makes RFQs Easy

CPP is built to quote bulk bags cleanly because we:

  • force all specs into writing

  • recommend the right bag for your product and handling

  • include freight reality delivered to your ZIP

  • and save your “house spec” so reorders stay consistent

So you don’t just get “a quote.”

You get a bag program you can run.

Bottom Line

A bulk bag RFQ should include:

  • product + dustiness

  • fill weight

  • bag size + SWL

  • top + bottom style

  • coated/uncoated + liner needs

  • loop/handling + stacking/storage

  • quantity + ship-to ZIP + lead time + freight terms

Use the copy/paste template above and you’ll get accurate quotes fast.

Call or Text us at 832.400.1394 for a Quote!

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