Find AV and ELV projects in the UAE for subcontractors and suppliers
Receive live GCC procurement RFQs matched to your category. Each opportunity goes to a small, curated group of subcontractors, not broadcast to everyone on the platform. Submit structured bids. Build bidding history on the platform. Compete for real projects.
Controlled access. Not a broadcast.
Broadcast tender platforms send the same opportunity to a long list of subcontractors and suppliers at once. On RFQsNow, each RFQ is matched to a small, curated group of subcontractors relevant to that specific scope.
The exact number varies by project size and category. The principle does not change: when you receive an RFQ on this platform, you are one of a deliberately limited set of subcontractors being invited to compete. Your time spent preparing a bid is protected. Your chance of winning is real.
Why subcontractors and suppliers choose RFQsNow
No wasted quoting effort
You are notified about RFQs in the sectors you operate in: AV subcontractors about AV RFQs, ELV subcontractors about ELV RFQs. Every notification is a relevant, active procurement requirement, not a broadcast you have to filter yourself.
Reviewed RFQs with live deadlines
Every RFQ is reviewed by our team before it goes live: a real requirement for a live project, with a scope and a bid deadline. Not a speculative inquiry. Not a price check.
Your bid looks professional every time
Submit in a standardised format: unit prices, lead times, compliance notes. Contractors compare you directly against competitors in the same structure. Your pricing and delivery capability speak for themselves.
Your bidding history builds over time
Relevant bidding activity on the platform can help contractors understand how consistently and professionally your team responds to matched RFQs.
Stop spending BD budget on cold calls
Contractors with live projects come to you through matched RFQ notifications. No chasing procurement managers. No following up on tenders that were never real. Qualified procurement requirements, matched to your category.
The markets you actually serve
State the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait or other GCC markets you can deliver in. Your operating regions are part of the review.
Subcontractors and suppliers on this platform get paid.
The largest confirmed closed contract facilitated through RFQsNow to date is AED 1.65M, a residential AV and ELV package in Dubai. The subcontractor was matched to the RFQ, submitted a structured bid, was awarded the contract, and received full payment.
That is the outcome this platform exists to create. Contractor and subcontractor remain anonymous at their request.
Simple, transparent access pricing.
Pay per RFQ, or use a monthly access plan for matched opportunities in your category. Pricing reflects the commercial value of what you are accessing.
Monthly access to matched RFQ opportunities in your category.
- ✓2 matched RFQs per month
- ✓Controlled distribution: limited subcontractors and suppliers per RFQ
- ✓Full bid submission and comparison tools
- ✓Subcontractor profile with bidding history
Access individual RFQs as they become available, without a monthly commitment.
A verified badge on your profile that signals credibility to contractors and improves your matching priority.
- ✓Trade license verification
- ✓Category capability validation
- ✓Verified Subcontractor badge on profile
- ✓Opens paid unlocks (the first unlock is free before it)
All prices in AED excluding VAT. Monthly subscription renews automatically and can be cancelled with 30 days notice. Per-RFQ unlock pricing applies per individual opportunity accessed. This is current pricing and subject to change. Subscribers receive 30 days notice before any pricing update takes effect.
Does the unlock fee make sense for your business?
At 15% margin, even a modest contract makes the unlock fee negligible.
The unlock fee is not the question. The question is whether the RFQ is worth bidding. Our job is to make sure it is.
What makes an RFQ qualify for the platform
Every RFQ passes a quality check before it reaches subcontractors and suppliers. This is the standard that makes paying to unlock commercially defensible.
Every RFQ is reviewed by our team
Our team reviews each RFQ before it goes live. An RFQ that is incomplete or unclear is sent back to the contractor for changes instead of being shown to subcontractors.
Scope includes structured BOQ or detailed specification
Every RFQ must include a bill of quantities or a detailed scope document. Vague enquiries without line items are not accepted: subcontractors need enough to price accurately.
Bidder pool is limited: you are not competing against an open field
Each RFQ is distributed to a small, curated group of relevant subcontractors. You will always be one of a deliberately limited set, not one of fifty.
Submission deadline is defined and enforced
Every RFQ has a confirmed bid deadline set by the contractor. Open-ended or expired RFQs are not published. Your time preparing a bid is protected.
What verification actually means.
Every subcontractor on RFQsNow is reviewed before accessing live RFQs. Verification is not a checkbox. It means:
Trade license confirmed
Valid UAE or GCC trade license reviewed and on file.
Category capability validated
Your sector experience is confirmed against project history, not just self-declared. We verify that your company has relevant experience in AV, ELV, Lighting, or Home Automation.
GCC operating presence confirmed
Your operating regions are confirmed as part of the review.
Bidding history starts from your first RFQ
Activity on the platform begins to build a record of how your team responds to matched opportunities over time.
Categories we serve
Frequently asked questions
What is RFQsNow?
RFQsNow is a B2B procurement marketplace in the UAE and GCC for AV, ELV, Lighting, and Home Automation projects. Subcontractors and suppliers find verified RFQs and submit bids. Contractors get structured competitive quotes.
How do subcontractors find projects on RFQsNow?
Subcontractors browse live RFQs filtered by sector and project size. They pay credits to unlock full project details and contractor contact information, then submit a bid directly on the platform.
How much does it cost to use RFQsNow as a subcontractor?
Subcontractors receive 8 free credits on signup. Additional credits are available in packs: Starter (30 credits, AED 3,000), Growth (60 credits, AED 5,500), Pro (100 credits, AED 8,000).
What sectors does RFQsNow cover?
RFQsNow covers Audio Visual (AV) systems, Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems, Lighting, and Home Automation projects across the UAE and GCC.
Is RFQsNow free for contractors?
Yes. Contractors post RFQs, receive bids, compare subcontractors, and award contracts at no cost.
How many other subcontractors receive the same RFQ as me?
We deliberately limit the number of subcontractors who receive each RFQ. The exact number depends on project category, geography, and size. The principle is consistent: you are one of a small, curated group. The preview shows the expected subcontractor distribution before you unlock.
Can I see project details before paying for access?
Yes. Before unlocking, you can see the RFQ category, project type, geography, project size band, bid deadline, and maximum number of subcontractors receiving the RFQ. Full BOQ and contractor contact details are released after unlock.
What if the RFQ I unlock is incomplete or the contractor is unresponsive?
Every RFQ is reviewed against a minimum quality standard before it reaches you. If an RFQ you have paid to unlock is materially incomplete or misrepresented, contact us within 48 hours and we will review for a credit. Contractor responsiveness is reviewed when issues are raised, and repeated problems affect how future RFQs are handled.
What happens if I lose an RFQ I quoted on?
Confirmed outcomes and relevant bidding history can be reflected on your profile over time. Losing an RFQ does not automatically damage your standing.
How is RFQ quality maintained?
Every RFQ is reviewed against a minimum quality standard before it is released to subcontractors. Required before going live: category and subcategory, geography, BOQ or scope document, bid submission deadline, confirmed contractor identity, and active procurement status, not a price check. This standard exists because subcontractors are paying for access to real opportunities.
Is there a free trial?
Subcontractors can view RFQ previews (category, geography, project type, size band, deadline, and maximum subcontractor distribution) before purchasing access. Full BOQ and contractor contact details require an unlock. Contractors are always free.
Explore by category and market
Use these pages to focus subcontractor strategy by category fit and country-level demand context.
Vendor registration (UAE)
The registration path for UAE subcontractors and suppliers: what you need, the review, and what access you get.
How pricing and unlocks work
Subcontractor guide to unlock economics, monthly access, and verification context.
AV procurement platform
Category page outlining AV package scope and contractor-side comparison criteria.
ELV procurement platform
Category page for complex ELV packages and integration-heavy sourcing.
Lighting procurement platform
Category page for lighting and controls packages with design-led requirements.
Home automation RFQs
Category page for integrated controls and automation-specific opportunity fit.
UAE procurement platform
Market page for UAE contractor demand and procurement workflows.
Saudi Arabia procurement platform
Market page for larger Saudi project packages and delivery expectations.
Qatar procurement platform
Market page for hospitality and design-sensitive procurement packages.
Kuwait procurement platform
Market page for Kuwait procurement teams running compact but specification-sensitive scopes.
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