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title: Requests for Quotation
description: How customers send freight quote requests (RFQs) on Laaimylorrie.com, and how members receive them and reply.
updated: 2026-11-01
---

A request for quotation (RFQ) is how a customer asks for a freight quote. The site sends each request to listed companies that offer the service in the country the customer chose. This page explains both sides: sending a request, and receiving and answering one.

## How do I request a freight quote?
You don't need an account to request a quote.

1. Go to the [home page](https://www.laaimylorrie.com/) or the [Transport Directory](https://www.laaimylorrie.com/transport-directory.aspx) and find **Request a Freight Quotation**.
2. Under **-- Service Required**, choose the service you need.
3. Under **-- SADC Country**, choose the country.
4. Enter your e-mail address and contact number.
5. Describe what you need in the description box: what the goods are, the weight or volume, pickup and delivery points and dates.
6. Click **Request Quote**.

You see **Your quotation request has been received and is being processed**. You also get a **Laaimylorrie - Quotation Request** e-mail with your reference number.

## What happens after I send a request?
Your request goes to the members in the country you chose who offer the service you selected. Interested transporters contact you directly, using the e-mail address and number you gave. You don't need to reply to the confirmation e-mail.

> **Tip:** The more detail you give, the better the quotes. Include the cargo type, weight, route and dates.

> **Important:** Laaimylorrie.com does not set prices or take part in the deal. Check the company before you accept a quote, and do not pay upfront without doing your checks.

## As a member, how do I receive RFQs?
Requests reach you through your company profile. To receive them:

1. Create a company profile under **My Company** then **Profile**. See [Business directory](/business-directory).
2. Add every service you offer to **Selected Services**.
3. Make sure your **Country** is correct.
4. Tick **List in Business Directory** and activate your profile by uploading a company document.

When a customer asks for one of your services in your country, you get an e-mail called **Laaimylorrie - Request for Quotation**.

> **Note:** If you are not receiving requests, check your services, your country and that your directory listing is on.

## How do I view and answer an RFQ?
1. Log in and open **RFQ's** then **RFQ's of interest**.
2. The list shows **# RFQ Ref**, **Request Date**, **Service Required** and **Country**.
3. Click a request to open it. You see the customer's **User Details** (e-mail and phone number) and the **Request Details**.
4. Contact the customer directly by e-mail or phone with your quotation.

There is no reply button on the site. You send your quote straight to the customer.

> **Tip:** Customers often contact several companies. Reply quickly to give yourself the best chance.

## Can I send an RFQ to my e-mail?
Yes. Open the request and click **Forward RFQ to my Email Inbox**. Confirm your e-mail address and click **Confirm**. You see **Success: RFQ Delivered**.

## Can I see other requests?
- **RFQ's** then **View All** lists all requests on the site.
- The public [RFQ list](https://www.laaimylorrie.com/rfq-list.aspx) (**Loads** then **Quotation Requests**) shows the latest requests. Only logged-in members can open the details.

## How do I send an RFQ as a member?
Members can also ask other members for quotes.

1. Open **RFQ's** then **My RFQ's**.
2. Click **Submit new RFQ**.
3. Choose the **Service Required** and **SADC Country**.
4. Enter your e-mail address, contact number and a short description of what you need.
5. Click **Submit**. You see **Success: RFQ Submitted**.

Your requests are listed under **My RFQ's**. You can delete one there with the delete icon.

## Related pages
- [Business directory](/business-directory)
- [Adding cargo loads](/adding-cargo-loads)