Tender (something) for (something) In english explanation

The meaning, explanation, definition and origin of the idiom/phrase "tender (something) for (something)", English Idiom Dictionary ( also found in Vietnamese )

author Katie Anh calendar 2021-10-28 03:10

Meaning of Tender (something) for (something)

Tender (something) for (something) phrasal verb formal

To make a formal written offer to do, supply, or buy something at an agreed price.

The company has been tendering a contract for the supply of raw materials.

The government has invited many firms to tender for the construction of the new road.

None

To offer something to exchange it for something owed.

The partner has agreed to tender part of our shares for the debt we owed them.

Other phrases about:

invite (one or oneself) over (for something)

to offer someone to visit your house for doing something.

serve up on a plate

To give, offer or provide someone with something without causing them any troubles. 
 

if you don't see what you want, please ask (for it)

A polite phrase intended to encourage someone, usually a customer, to ask for what they want.

Grammar and Usage of Tender (something) for (something)

Verb Forms

  • Tendered (something) for something
  • Be tendering (something) for something
  • tenders (something) for something
  • tender (something) for something

It is mostly used in the present tense.

More examples:

The company's financial situation is not good, so they are unable to tender for new contracts.

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