When a buyer creates an event, they can optionally allow you to respond with alternatives. When available, you can add or more alternative items or services and then provide details and pricing for each. For example, you may want to provide alternative goods or provide buyers with alternative service offerings, such as different contractors, providing separate resumes, rates, and details for each. Up to 150 alternatives can be added for an event.
Add an alternative item
You can add up to 150 alternatives on an event.
- For a line item, click the Add Alternative button.
The Add alternative item window displays.
- Enter a descriptive Title for the alternative item. Optionally, you can provide the Manufacturer or a Part # for the item. Click Add.
- To complete the response, enter the Delivery Days and Unit Price.
Edit an alternative item
- For an alternative line item, click Edit Alternative.
The Add alternative item window displays. - Edit the details about the item, and then click Update.
The item is updated.
Delete an alternative item
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For an alternative line item, click Delete Alternative.
The alternative item is removed. If there are no other alternatives, the original item is marked for no response; if needed, click Quote to reactivate and respond to the original line item.
