For businesses in Malta: buying services without surprises
Whether it is IT, marketing, staff, logistics or a new building, business services become comparable when the brief is clear. Here is the overview for companies in Malta.
Write the brief before you ask for prices
Suppliers price what they understand. A one-page brief that states the problem, what exists today, what must be true when the work is done, the deadline and who decides on your side gets you proposals you can compare. 'We need a new website' or 'we need someone for IT' gets you a sales call.
State what you will provide, such as access, content, data, a named contact, and what you expect the supplier to provide. Much of the friction in B2B projects comes from assumptions neither side wrote down.
Topics this section covers
- Software development, web design, ERP and CRM
- Managed IT services and cyber security
- SEO, online advertising, video production and signage
- Freight transport, warehousing, fulfilment and couriers
- CNC machining, steel buildings and forklift trucks
- Commercial cleaning, caretaking and security services
- Office relocation and office furniture
- Recruitment, international recruitment and temporary staffing
- Translation, catering, photography and event production
Asking for a proposal through Offrano
Each service page has a request form built for business buyers. Your request goes to exactly one supplier that buys it; the service is free for you, and we email you the supplier's name, address and phone number before it sees your details. Offrano checks that buyers are registered businesses, but not their references or work, so ask for both before you sign.
Rules that often matter
The GDPR applies to personal data, with the Information and Data Protection Commissioner as regulator. Maltese companies are registered with the Malta Business Registry; ask suppliers for their company and VAT numbers.
Frequently asked questions
Why does only one supplier receive my request?
Because the request is sold exclusively. A supplier that knows it is not in a race with five others can spend time understanding your needs. You remain free to talk to other suppliers yourself.
Can I submit a request on behalf of my company?
Yes. The form asks for the company name. You should only submit your own contact details or those of a colleague who has asked you to.
Who regulates data protection in Malta?
The Information and Data Protection Commissioner (IDPC).
Source: idpc.org.mt
What does the request cost me?
Nothing. The business that takes on your request pays Offrano for it. Whether you accept its quote is entirely up to you.
Why does only one business get my request?
So that you are not called by several firms at once. The business that takes it on has the request to itself.