how do I respond to an RFP that asks for financials from a company that is too new to have them?
396331
Our company has been in business for 30 years, so that's not a problem.  But in your case, I would indicate the most recent financials you have and specify that your company was established in 200? and additiopnal financials are not available.  The company sending out the RFP will understand what this means...
856186
Politely ask them to send you a copy of the contract, so that you may see it.  There is a possibility that they bought a contract from another company, and you do owe the money.  If they refuse, or you find that there is no contract, try contacting the three major credit reporting companies, and tell them what is happening.  Then if InPhonic reports a problem, they'll have your side of the story first.
841094
Gee, maybe you could contact the company you used to do this for and see if they've got a branch close to you.  If not, maybe they could suggest someone for you to contact.
325224
You probably read that in a chain email from a friend...\n\nSo the answer is more that likely "no", as people just write those things to get them spread as far as possible.\n\nMy advice is, if the information isn't refelected isn't on the company's website, don't forward it.
834306
You need to find the RF49 forms, ask a charted accountant
485684
check with the better business bureau to see if any complaints have been launched. \n\nDon't give money, unless you are sure they are legit. \n\nask to see references from other "clients".\n\nSee their location, and ask for background information of the company.\n\ngood luck.
1107899
I am not sure if you want more money from your customer or want to move the milestone ahead or into the future.  However without providing a template the best way to handle a request like this is honesty.  Explain the circumstances and request the revision.  Hopefully your customer will understand and appreciate your honesty and give you the desired results.
1178450
Call your credit card company and discuss this with them.  Can't hurt to ask.
163985
If you know someone who works for the company ask them to help you with your approach.\n\nOtherwise go in and ask who would make that kind of decision... be sure when you approach the person you explain what the donation will go to and WHY you are asking them for help.
38822
call the company and explain they should not charge you
862426
Are you a vendor?  If so, try joining an appropriate trade group through which you can keep tabs on RFPs.  Be aware, though, that companies don't usually make their infrastructure management RFPs public - they'll usually only invite select vendors.  One way to break in, since you sound new at this, is to see if your state, county, town, or other public jurisdiction is issuing RFPs - that *would* be public.\n\nGood luck!
438741
I suggest using this as a template:\n\n REQUEST FOR URGENT BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP\n\nFIRST, I MUST SOLICIT YOUR STRICTEST CONFIDENCE IN THIS TRANSACTION. THIS IS BY VIRTUE OF ITS NATURE AS BEING UTTERLY CONFIDENTIAL AND 'TOP SECRET'. I AM SURE AND HAVE CONFIDENCE OF YOUR ABILITY AND RELIABILITY TO PROSECUTE A TRANSACTION OF THIS GREAT MAGNITUDE INVOLVING A PENDING TRANSACTION REQUIRING MAXIIMUM CONFIDENCE.\n\nWE ARE TOP OFFICIAL OF THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACT REVIEW PANEL WHO ARE INTERESTED IN IMPORATION OF GOODS INTO OUR COUNTRY WITH FUNDS WHICH ARE PRESENTLY TRAPPED IN NIGERIA. IN ORDER TO COMMENCE THIS BUSINESS WE SOLICIT YOUR ASSISTANCE TO ENABLE US TRANSFER INTO YOUR ACCOUNT THE SAID TRAPPED FUNDS.\n\nTHE SOURCE OF THIS FUND IS AS FOLLOWS; DURING THE LAST MILITARY REGIME HERE IN NIGERIA, THE GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS SET UP COMPANIES AND AWARDED THEMSELVES CONTRACTS WHICH WERE GROSSLY OVER-INVOICED IN VARIOUS MINISTRIES. THE PRESENT CIVILIAN GOVERNMENT SET UP A CONTRACT REVIEW PANEL AND WE HAVE IDENTIFIED A LOT OF INFLATED CONTRACT FUNDS WHICH ARE PRESENTLY FLOATING IN THE CENTRAL BANK OF NIGERIA READY FOR PAYMENT.\n\nHOWEVER, BY VIRTUE OF OUR POSITION AS CIVIL SERVANTS AND MEMBERS OF THIS PANEL, WE CANNOT ACQUIRE THIS MONEY IN OUR NAMES. I HAVE THEREFORE, BEEN DELEGATED AS A MATTER OF TRUST BY MY COLLEAGUES OF THE PANEL TO LOOK FOR AN OVERSEAS PARTNER INTO WHOSE ACCOUNT WE WOULD TRANSFER THE SUM OF US$21,320,000.00(TWENTY ONE MILLION, THREE HUNDRED AND TWENTY THOUSAND U.S DOLLARS). HENCE WE ARE WRITING YOU THIS LETTER. WE HAVE AGREED TO SHARE THE MONEY THUS; 1. 20% FOR THE ACCOUNT OWNER 2. 70% FOR US (THE OFFICIALS) 3. 10% TO BE USED IN SETTLING TAXATION AND ALL LOCAL AND FOREIGN EXPENSES. IT IS FROM THE 70% THAT WE WISH TO COMMENCE THE IMPORTATION BUSINESS.\n\nPLEASE,NOTE THAT THIS TRANSACTION IS 100% SAFE AND WE HOPE TO COMMENCE THE TRANSFER LATEST SEVEN (7) BANKING DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE RECEIPT OF THE FOLLOWING INFORMATIOM BY TEL/FAX; 234-1-7740449, YOUR COMPANY'S SIGNED, AND STAMPED LETTERHEAD PAPER THE ABOVE INFORMATION WILL ENABLE US WRITE LETTERS OF CLAIM AND JOB DESCRIPTION RESPECTIVELY. THIS WAY WE WILL USE YOUR COMPANY'S NAME TO APPLY FOR PAYMENT AND RE-AWARD THE CONTRACT IN YOUR COMPANY'S NAME.\n\nWE ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO DOING THIS BUSINESS WITH YOU AND SOLICIT YOUR CONFIDENTIALITY IN THIS TRANSATION. PLEASE ACKNOWLEDGE THE RECEIPT OF THIS LETTER USING THE ABOVE TEL/FAX NUMBERS. I WILL SEND YOU DETAILED INFORMATION OF THIS PENDING PROJECT WHEN I HAVE HEARD FROM YOU.\n\nYOURS FAITHFULLY,\n\nDR CLEMENT OKON\n\nNOTE; PLEASE QUOTE THIS REFERENCE NUMBER (VE/S/09/99) IN ALL YOUR RESPONSES.
897460
I agree with the reply above BUT also try to find out a direct link to the parent company.................go that way as well and get them from both sides.
79400
Call the credit card company for advice.
328833
send it to a collection agency
940837
(Im in the UK, but hopefully its too different in the USA)  \n\nYou have the right to ask who their 'governing body' is and they MUST tell you.\n\nThen tell the company that either they assist you with your problem in a reasonable manner or you will need to go to their governing body.\n\nI would write to the retail company (send it recorded delivery) as you will find that MOST companies request that any complaints be put in writing (this is what they do to make it that little bit harder and time consuming - its done on purpose!!!)  but either way if you email or write  put whatever the problem is to them, and then tell them what you want the outcome to be (dont mess around, if, for example you want a refund, tell them this in no uncertain terms, if you want a replacement, tell them this in no uncertain terms) and then give a deadline for them to respond  to your reqeust (normally 10 working days is acceptable)  (their response may not nescessarily mean RESOLVE - they may send you a letter of acknowledgement saying that they have recieved your letter and will respond to your letter with regard to your complaint within (i.e.) 10 working days etc etc) and then you simply wait for their response, but ensure that, if you do not get a response that you act, as they may be hoping that you 'cant be bothered to take it further' (believe it or not, some companies work on this basis - the consumer not being 'bothered' to uphold their rights')\n\nIf you do need to go further then the fact that you have given the retail company ample time and a chance to resolve the issue already will show as a credit on you to the 'governing body'.  \n\nBy the way - if this retail company offers you anything, for example a 'gift voucher' etc then if you accept this then you are accepting to put an end to the situation and there is no more you can do (WITHOUT PREJUDICE) - so if you want a FULL refund, or a REPLACEMENT then dont accept anything until AFTER you have got what you wanted!!!\n\nBut throughout it all and with EVERYONE you contact regarding this issue then be clear asto what EXACTLY you want and also, give reasonable time limits asto when you expect a response (otherwise they will push it as far they can!!)\n\nGOOD LUCK     -    I hope this helps, but please remember....... this is based on how it would work in the UK
470087
call the company you worked for. they should be willing to do that for you.