                 [REJECTION OF A BID]

General rules:
     
     * Thank the supplier for the time taken to submit the 
        bid.
     * Given the reason for rejection of the bid.
     * Leave door open for possible future dealings with 
        supplier.
                         COMPANY
                         ADDRESS
                     CITY, STATE ZIP




Date


Name
Company
Address
City, State Zip


Dear            ,
     Thank you for submitting a bid for [project].  We 
appreciate the time and effort it took to prepare and 
submit.
     We regret to inform you that another bidder is being 
awarded the contract.  This decision was based on several 
factors, but [price] was the primary consideration.
     We will be sure to include you in any future 
invitations to bid on our projects.


Sincerely,



Name
Title

