> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.chemcloud.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to select a quote

> Compare quotes side by side and select the best one to proceed with

This guide shows you how to review and select a quote from your sourcing request.

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## Compare quotes side by side

1. Open your sourcing request once quotes have come in
2. Review the quote cards side by side, checking:
   * **Product name** - the supplier's product name (may be a brand name)
   * **Price per unit** - price in your unit of measure
   * **Valid-to date** and **Incoterm**
   * **Terms of sale** and any documentation provided
   * **Offer details** - MOQ, current and delivery locations
   * **Approval status** - whether the material is already approved
   * **Product and manufacturer details** - CAS, INCI, certifications

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## Select a quote

1. Click **Accept** on the quote you want to proceed with
2. Review the order details
3. Confirm to create the order

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## What happens when you accept

| Step              | What ChemCloud does                                     |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------- |
| Order created     | A new order record is created with the quote details    |
| PO generated      | A purchase order document is created automatically      |
| Supplier notified | The PO is emailed to the supplier's contact             |
| Request updated   | The request status changes to show a quote was accepted |

<Tip>
  Quotes you don't accept remain on the request as a record. This history is valuable for future negotiations, pricing analysis, and demonstrating you ran a competitive process.
</Tip>