招标

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"招标" (zhāobiāo) refers to the process of inviting bids or tenders, commonly used in business, government, and construction contexts. It involves announcing a project or procurement opportunity so that suppliers or contractors can submit competitive offers.

Common Contexts

This term is often seen in formal or official settings such as government projects, corporate procurement, and public works. It implies a transparent and competitive selection process.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 招标文件 (zhāobiāo wénjiàn): tender documents, essential for bidders to participate.
  • 公开招标 (gōngkāi zhāobiāo): public tender, emphasizing openness.
  • 招标采购 (zhāobiāo cǎigòu): tender procurement, referring to purchasing through bidding.

Usage Notes

When using "招标," the focus is on the formal invitation and process of bidding rather than the act of bidding itself (which is ). Avoid confusing "招标" with ""; the former is the invitation to bid, the latter is the act of submitting a bid.

Tone and Register

"招标" is formal and used in professional or official contexts. It is not used in casual conversation.

Example Sentences

The government decided to publicly tender the construction of a new library.

This company is tendering for the procurement of office equipment.

Bidders must submit tender documents before the deadline.