Sourcing & Trade Guide
Sell Food Products on Comilmart: RFQs, Samples, Badges (2026)
Comilmart Team
October 13, 2026
Listing products is only the start. Bulk orders usually begin with a question from a buyer: how much can you supply, at what price, and can we see a sample? This guide explains how to sell food products on Comilmart: how requests for quotation (RFQs) work, how samples and chat fit in, what buyer protection and verified-supplier badges mean, and what the supplier plans offer. It states only what we can confirm about the platform. We do not promise buyers, orders, volumes, prices or sales, and your results depend on your products, your documents and how quickly and clearly you respond.
How the RFQ process works for food suppliers
A request for quotation is a buyer's request for a supplier's offer. On Comilmart, buyers submit requests at /request-quotation, giving the product, the quantity and the delivery country. Approved suppliers browse open requests on their RFQ board and respond with a quotation, or chat directly with the buyer. Because the board is for approved suppliers, the first step is the free application at /apply-manufacturer. Our guide to registering on Comilmart as an African food manufacturer explains what the form needs.
When you find a request that matches what you make, a strong quotation usually covers:
- The exact product, grade or specification you are offering.
- Pack size and packaging type.
- Price and the quantity it applies to, with any tiers.
- Minimum order quantity and lead time.
- Where the goods will leave from and who arranges and pays for delivery.
- How long the offer stays valid.
Our article on how to respond to an RFQ goes through writing a reply step by step. Answer only what you can really supply. A precise offer that you can deliver is worth more than a low price you cannot keep.
Sell food products on Comilmart with a catalog buyers can compare
The B2B catalog shows products with minimum order quantities and tiered pricing, so buyers can see what a larger order might cost before they ask. Choose the category that fits your products when you apply and list each product with clear photos and a specification. Our guide on setting MOQs and price tiers shows how to work out sensible tiers for your own costs. Tiers should reflect your real costs, not a guess.
Samples: let the buyer test before a large order
Comilmart supports sample orders, so a buyer can test a small quantity before committing. Think about samples as your best sales tool, and prepare them carefully:
- Send what you will actually deliver. The sample should match the pack, grade and quality of your regular batches.
- Label it properly. The Codex General Standard for the Labelling of Prepackaged Foods lists the name of the food, ingredients, net contents, name and address, lot identification and date marking among mandatory items. Read it on the FAO-hosted Codex standard, and check your national rules too.
- Know what buyers inspect. An FAO background paper on a large institutional buyer's programme in Ethiopia describes inspection of each delivery for size, colour, moisture, insect infestation and purity. Your buyer's checks may differ, but moisture, cleanliness and consistency are common concerns for grains and dry goods.
- Keep a matching retained sample from the same batch, so you can compare if there is a question later.
- Agree who pays for the sample and its delivery. The seller arranges and pays for shipping and delivery. Comilmart does not handle freight, customs clearance, duties or delivery.
Chat, buyer protection and badges
Live chat. You can chat with buyers directly, which lets you clarify specifications, delivery dates and packaging. Keep your replies clear and polite, and keep important agreements in writing.
Buyer protection. Comilmart's buyer protection means payment is held until delivery is confirmed, with a 7-day window. This is a feature for buyers, and it gives them a reason to trust a new supplier. It is not a promise that a particular transaction will succeed, so deliver what you quoted and keep proof of dispatch and delivery. Our guide to getting paid safely covers good habits. Payment methods and currencies for suppliers are not confirmed here, so ask Comilmart through live chat or /contact-us.
Verified-supplier badges. Comilmart shows verified-supplier badges, and the Verified plan includes a Trade Assurance badge. Buyers can treat a badge as one signal among others, such as clear photos, a full company profile and prompt replies.
Supplier plans in plain terms
Applying is free, and plans are optional. These are the plans per year in US dollars:
| Plan | Per year | What it includes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $0 | Normal verification queue, no search boost, 3 images per product, up to 10 broadcast quotations |
| Starter | $99 | Fast-tracked verification, light search boost, 3 showcase slots, 50 quotations, 4 images |
| Verified | $300 | Moderate boost, 10 showcase slots, unlimited quotations, buyer analytics, Trade Assurance badge, 5 images |
| Verified Pro | $800 | Top boost, 30 showcase slots, inspection tracking, 7 images |
A higher plan can change how visible you are and how many quotations you can send, but it does not promise orders. Start with the plan that suits your budget and your capacity to answer requests.
Habits that help you win bulk food orders
- Reply promptly. A same-day, specific answer shows buyers you are serious.
- Be honest about capacity. Quote the volume you can supply and the real lead time.
- Keep documents ready. Product registration numbers, test reports and food safety records answer many questions before they are asked.
- Stay consistent. The second order matters more than the first. Make every batch match the sample.
- Be clear about delivery. State who arranges transport, the expected route and any limits.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find buyers' requests on Comilmart? Approved suppliers browse open requests on their RFQ board and can respond with a quotation or chat directly with the buyer.
Can buyers order samples? Yes, Comilmart supports sample orders. Agree the sample details and delivery arrangements with the buyer.
Does Comilmart ship my goods? No. The seller arranges and pays for shipping and delivery. Comilmart does not handle freight, customs clearance, duties or delivery.
What does buyer protection mean? Payment is held until delivery is confirmed, with a 7-day window.
Will a paid plan bring me orders? No plan promises orders. Plans change features such as search boost, showcase slots and the number of quotations.
Getting started
To sell food products on Comilmart, get approved first. Apply for free at /apply-manufacturer, choose the category that fits your products, and prepare your documents and photos. Admin review is stated on the form as about 24 to 48 hours, and the reviewer decides what is accepted.