Bioplastics & Bio-based Resins RFQ Template

Company: [Your Company Name] Contact: [Contact Name] | {{contactEmail}} | {{contactPhone}} Project: [Project Description] Application: [Food packaging/Disposables/Films/etc.] Annual Volume: [Volume in pounds] lbs/year Initial Order Quantity: {{initialQuantity}} lbs Target Start Date: {{startDate}} End-use Requirements: - Food contact: {{foodContact}} - Industrial composting required: {{industrialCompost}} - Home composting required: {{homeCompost}} - Packaging type: {{packagingType}}

Primary Material Type: ☐ PLA (Polylactic Acid) - Grade: [4032D/3052D/etc.] ☐ PHA (Polyhydroxyalkanoates) - Type: {{phaType}} ☐ Bio-based PE - Percentage bio-content: {{bioPEContent}}% ☐ PBAT (Polybutylene adipate terephthalate) ☐ Other: {{otherMaterial}} Physical Properties Required: - Melt Flow Index: [MFI value] g/10min ({{meltFlowTemp}}°C/{{meltFlowWeight}}kg) - Density: {{density}} g/cm³ - Tensile Strength: [Minimum required] MPa - Elongation at Break: {{elongation}}% - Heat Deflection Temperature: {{hdt}}°C Processing Method: ☐ Injection Molding ☐ Extrusion ☐ Blow Molding ☐ Thermoforming ☐ 3D Printing

Required Certifications: ☐ ASTM D6400 (Industrial Composting) - Required: [Yes/No] ☐ ASTM D6868 (Coated Paper Composting) - Required: {{astmD6868}} ☐ EN 13432 (European Composting) - Required: {{en13432}} ☐ BPI Certification - Required: [Yes/No] ☐ TÜV AUSTRIA OK Compost - Required: {{tuvCert}} ☐ FDA Food Contact - Required: [Yes/No] ☐ USDA BioPreferred - Minimum bio-content: {{bioPreferred}}% Please provide: - Certificate copies for all applicable standards - Migration test data (if food contact) - Compostability timeline data - Bio-content verification documentation

Pricing Structure: - Price per pound (FOB): $[Target price] - Volume discounts available: {{volumeDiscounts}} - Price validity period: {{priceValidity}} days - Payment terms: {{paymentTerms}} Delivery Requirements: - Lead time: [Timeline requirement] weeks - Shipping location: [City, State/Zip] - Packaging preference: {{packagingPref}} (bulk bags/boxes/etc.) - Minimum order quantity: {{moq}} lbs Additional Services: ☐ Technical support during processing ☐ Custom color matching ☐ Toll blending/compounding ☐ Regulatory documentation support

Feedstock Information Required: - Raw material source: [Corn/Sugarcane/Cassava/etc.] - Feedstock sustainability certifications - Carbon footprint data (cradle-to-gate) - Water usage impact assessment - Land use impact (if applicable) Supply Chain Details: - Manufacturing location: [Geographic preference] - Supply chain transparency level - Traceability documentation available - Social responsibility certifications - Conflict-free sourcing verification End-of-Life Pathway: - Industrial composting facility compatibility - Home composting timeline: [Timeline requirement] days - Recycling infrastructure compatibility - Disposal recommendations

Required Technical Documentation: ☐ Complete technical data sheet ☐ Processing guidelines and parameters ☐ Troubleshooting guide ☐ Storage and handling recommendations ☐ Safety data sheet (SDS) ☐ Regulatory compliance documentation Technical Support Services: - On-site technical support availability: [Yes/No/If needed] - Remote technical assistance: {{remoteSupport}} - Process optimization consulting: {{processConsulting}} - Quality control protocols: {{qcProtocols}} Sample Requirements: - Sample quantity needed: [Pounds needed for testing] lbs - Sample delivery timeline: {{sampleTimeline}} days - Testing requirements: [Specific tests needed]

RFQ Response Deadline: [Date and time] Required Response Format: 1. Complete material specification sheet 2. Certification documentation 3. Detailed pricing breakdown 4. Technical support capabilities 5. Sample availability and timeline 6. References from similar applications Evaluation Criteria: - Technical performance ([Percentage]%) - Price competitiveness ([Percentage]%) - Certification compliance ({{certWeight}}%) - Sustainability metrics ({{sustainWeight}}%) - Supply reliability ({{reliabilityWeight}}%) Contact for questions: [Contact Name] | {{contactEmail}} | {{contactPhone}} Note: Colorado Sun Inc welcomes partnerships with certified bio-resin suppliers meeting these specifications.