Suppose that Volkswagen is preparing an RFP for a hands-free phone connection for a new car model. What information can the company omit from the RFP?

A) a description of the required features for the device
B) a time frame when the devices are needed
C) specifications for connecting the device to the car
D) an assessment of the vendor's performance
E) instructions for preparing proposals

Volkswagen can omit the assessment of the vendor's performance as this relates to evaluating the proposal submitted by potential vendors. The RFP should focus on the requirements necessary for the hands-free phone connection, specifications for connecting the device to the car, a description of required features, a time frame when the devices are needed, and instructions for preparing proposals.