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Here’s what to expect from the RFP process:

Exploratory call to define RFP goals
Optional strategy session focused on recognition trends and best practices
Tailored takeaways that strengthen your RFP process

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Need help structuring your recognition software RFP? With the recognition software RFP template, your RFI, RFP, or RFQ process becomes faster, more focused, and more consistent. You’ll know what to ask — from integrations and security to support and pricing — how to compare, and where each vendor truly stands, so your team can decide with confidence.

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The recognition software RFP process

Use the recognition software RFP process to streamline planning, compare vendors fairly, and find the right partner for your organization.

Pre-submission

Assess recognition needs internally
Align stakeholders
Draft RFP & set timeline

Submission

Send RFP to vendors
Host Q&A period
Collect proposals

Resubmission (if needed)

Vendors revise based on clarifications

Post-submission

Evaluate proposals against criteria
Host vendor demos
Check references
Select, negotiate, finalize

Request an RFP

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Why companies choose Achievers

7 out of 10 employees

actively use the program monthly

82%

activation rate

70K+ employees

across US

With a majority of our population in the stores and offline, without access,

[mobile recognition] has…really helped to drive a culture of recognition at our company.

Taylor Dehnke

Human Resources Generalist

8 out of 10 employees

actively use the program monthly

97%

activation rate

60K+ employees

across 25 countries

GM Recognition is not just a tool that allows employees to recognize and be recognized globally,

it is an enabler to drive the culture we need to win by helping our employees link our GM Behaviors with the work we do every day.

Sandra Garcia

Global Compensation Lead, Global Strategic Initiatives

70% of employees globally

receive at least 1 recognition per month

95%

activation rate

30K+ employees

across 6 continents

Using Achievers, we have been able to make recognition fun, inclusive, and global at Kellanova.

We now have the tool to show our people just how much we value and appreciate them in a public and creative way.

Liz Smith

Global Recognition Manager

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the recognition software RFP template and why is it important?

The recognition software RFP template is a structured guide that helps your organization evaluate vendors fairly and consistently. Instead of relying on sales pitches or incomplete comparisons, the template ensures you ask the right questions, cover critical areas like integrations and security, and align your stakeholders on what matters most. It’s how you save time, avoid gaps, and make a confident, well-informed decision.

Who should use the recognition software RFP?

HR leaders, procurement teams, and people strategy owners who are selecting or upgrading a recognition and rewards platform should use a recognition software RFP. If you’re responsible for employee engagement, culture, or total rewards, the RFP template gives you the clarity you need to evaluate solutions side by side.

What does the recognition software RFP template include?

The Achievers recognition software RFP template includes a comprehensive set of questions across the areas that matter most, including but not limited to:

General company information: background, size, and what sets the vendor apart
Customer base and adoption: retention rates, usage levels, and industry experience
Core software features: recognition types, integrations, surveys, and budgeting tools
Analytics and reporting capabilities: dashboards, KPIs, and benchmarking to measure ROI
Data security: certifications, compliance, and data management practices
Pricing: breakdown of software, services, and rewards costs

Each section is designed to highlight differences between vendors, so you can identify the right partner to drive engagement, retention, and culture at scale.

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