A formal question or response used to confirm scope, assumptions, qualifications or pricing before a tender decision is made.
Why it matters
Clarifications help make tenders comparable and should be recorded consistently for all relevant tenderers.
Example in practice
The client asks every tenderer whether temporary works design is included in the submitted total.
Use the term carefully
State the scope, amount, adjustment method or contract meaning whenever this term could change who carries cost or risk.
Compare related terms
Use the price-review checklist to keep the client wording and approved basis consistent.