Immediate confirmation: You'll see a confirmation that your quote request was sent successfully.
Vendor review (24-48 hours): Vendors review your event details and the items you've requested. They check:
Item availability on your date
Delivery logistics to your venue
Any special requirements you mentioned
Current pricing
You receive quotes: Vendors respond with detailed quotes including:
Itemized pricing
Total cost
What's included (delivery, setup, etc.)
Terms and conditions
Availability confirmation
Your next steps:
Review all quotes received
Compare vendors and pricing
Ask questions if needed
Accept the quote(s) you prefer
Pay deposit to secure your booking
If you don't hear back: Most vendors respond within 48 hours. If you haven't heard back after 2-3 days, send a follow-up message or try calling directly.
Can you request changes? Absolutely! If a quote doesn't quite match what you need, message the vendor to discuss adjustments.