AI Tool Flags RFP Problems Before Agencies Publish Solicitations
Euna Solutions launched a Solicitation Advisor feature that uses AI to review draft requests for proposals and catch errors before local governments send them out. The tool, unveiled April 29, identifies ambiguous language, conflicting evaluation criteria, and mismatches between what agencies ask suppliers to provide and how they plan to evaluate responses.
The timing matters. Agencies currently spend an average of 90 hours on each RFP project, according to 2024 data cited by Euna Solutions. When problems surface after publication, agencies must issue addendums-adding time and administrative work that delays the entire process.
"When teams catch issues at the draft stage instead of after publication, they have a better chance to reduce delays, improve supplier understanding, and run a more competitive solicitation event," said Mykola Konrad, Euna Solutions' Chief Product Officer.
The Bidding Problem
Poor RFP quality may contribute to weak competition. Euna Solutions' 2025 State of Public Procurement report found that 62% of public agencies receive only two to five bids per solicitation on average. Unclear requirements and conflicting criteria can discourage qualified vendors from submitting proposals.
The Solicitation Advisor represents a shift in how Euna Solutions applies AI to procurement. Rather than generating RFP drafts faster, the company now focuses on improving the quality of drafts before release by providing intelligent review and category-specific guidance.
Broader Adoption in Government
Local governments increasingly use AI to handle routine work. A Gallup poll found that 21% of public sector employees use AI multiple times a week, with efficiency gains as the primary goal. Dallas integrated AI into its procurement process last year as part of this broader trend.
For government procurement professionals, understanding how AI can improve solicitation quality-rather than just speed up document creation-offers practical value in reducing delays and attracting more competitive bids. Learn more about AI for procurement specialists or explore AI for Government applications in your agency.
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