Which of the following is not a reason for negotiating with suppliers?
A) The total contract value or volume is large.
B) The purchase is for widely available, commodity-like goods.
C) The purchase involves complex technical requirements, perhaps even product and process requirements and specifications that are still evolving.
D) The purchase involves a special or collaborative relationship.
E) The supplier will perform important value-added activities.

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Negotiating with suppliers is not necessary for widely available, commodity-like goods as they have standardized prices in the market, and the buyer can easily compare offers from different suppliers. The other options provide valid reasons to negotiate with suppliers.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reason for Negotiating