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# How do I request a bid update?

During the Bid Selection stage, users have the option to request a bid update from a vendor. To do so, navigate to the **Bids** tab, click the ellipsis icon (**...**) next to the bid that you would like to update. and select **Request Bid Update** from the dropdown menu.

 

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The user can specify the reason for requesting an update in the body of the notification email that will be sent to the vendor.

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