Electricity Forum RFQ Marketplace
The easiest way to source electrical equipment. The smartest way to reach qualified buyers.
Buyers submit structured RFQs for free. Suppliers browse real requests with technical specs before deciding which opportunities to unlock.
Submit a structured request and let qualified electrical equipment suppliers find you. Your contact information is protected until a supplier pays to access your request.
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Your equipment search, simplified.
Submit your RFQ free. Guided intake forms capture voltage class, rating, quantity, delivery timing, and uploaded specifications.
Your identity is protected. Buyer name, company, email, and phone stay hidden until a supplier unlocks the RFQ.
Choose supplier routing. Prequalified suppliers only, manufacturers only, authorized distributors, or regional suppliers.
Track activity. Your RFQ dashboard shows how many suppliers have accessed your request.
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RFQ-2026-0441 - Active - Submitted 2 hours ago
Two 138 kV Power Transformers - 100 MVA, ANSI/IEEE C57
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Two 138 kV Power Transformers - 100 MVA Autotransformer
$1.2M-$2.8MInvestor-owned utility - Midwest, USA - ANSI/IEEE C57 - 2 units
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Get found by qualified electrical buyers.
Full specs before purchase. Voltage class, rating, buyer type, project type, location, and delivery timing are visible first.
Estimated opportunity value. Each RFQ can show a value range and submitted technical details before you spend.
Prequalified suppliers get first look. Priority access can run 24 to 72 hours before RFQs open to registered suppliers.
Pay per RFQ. No subscription. Credits never expire and can be used across matching categories.
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Buyers submit RFQs at no cost
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Find suppliers with the capabilities you need.
Browse RFQs across Electricity Forum electrical equipment channels.
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Get matching RFQs before anyone else sees them.
Complete your free capability profile. Prequalified suppliers receive matching RFQs during the priority window before they open to the general supplier pool.
First-look priority window. 24 hours on urgent, 48 hours on standard, and 72 hours on major project RFQs.
Prequalified-only access. Some buyers may restrict access to reviewed suppliers.
Profile-matched alerts. Alerts match your voltage classes, product types, and service regions.
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Purchase most RFQs after the priority window closes
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First-look access and EF badge on profile
Documented
Upload certificates, test reports, and project references
Pay per RFQ. No subscription.
Credits never expire. Spend only when you see an opportunity worth pursuing.
Single Credit
per RFQ unlocked
- ✓ Full buyer contact details
- ✓ Downloadable RFQ PDF
- ✓ Uploaded spec files
- ✓ Credits never expire
10 Credits
$179 per RFQ
- ✓ Everything in single credit
- ✓ Use across all categories
- ✓ Credits never expire
25 Credits
$149 per RFQ
- ✓ Everything in 10 credits
- ✓ Strategic RFQ alerts
- ✓ Priority customer support
50 Credits
$119 per RFQ
- ✓ Everything in 25 credits
- ✓ Annual advertiser eligible
- ✓ Dedicated account contact
Annual advertiser programs include RFQ credits
$5,000 program - 10 credits. $10,000 program - 25 credits. $15,000 program - 50 credits.
Frequently asked
Is submitting an RFQ really free for buyers?
Yes. Buyers submit RFQs at no cost. Suppliers pay to access buyer contact details. You never pay a sourcing fee, subscription, or commission on Electricity Forum.
What do I see before buying a supplier credit?
Full specifications - voltage class, rating, quantity, buyer type, project type, location, delivery timing - plus an AI-estimated opportunity value range. Buyer name, email, phone, and spec files are locked until purchase.
Do credits expire?
Never. Credits remain on your account indefinitely. No annual fee and no subscription is required to hold or use credits.
How long does prequalification take?
About 20 minutes to complete your profile. The Electricity Forum team reviews within 5 business days. You can purchase RFQs as a registered supplier while under review.
What happens after a supplier purchases my RFQ?
The supplier receives your name, company, email, phone, delivery address, and any uploaded spec files. They contact you directly. No bidding, no commission, no middleman after contact is made.
Can Chinese manufacturers use this platform?
Yes. The platform and qualification form are available in English and Simplified Chinese. The profile is designed to help Chinese manufacturers demonstrate IEEE and IEC compliance to North American buyers.
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