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Unit 15 Offer and Counter-offer

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Part Ⅰ Situational Dialogues

Practice 1

Task 2: Simulated situational conversation.

A: What is your quotation for the TV set Model TG787?

B: It cost US$ 250 per set. The prices are subject to our final confirmation.

A: Do you have a minimum ordering quantity?

B: Yes, the minimum quantity is 1,000 sets. What's the quantity you're likely to take?

A: 6,000 sets. It's an attractive quantity, isn't it? I hope you'll quote us on your best terms.

B: How soon do you want the goods to be delivered?

A: Early October.

B: Just a minute. Now we offer your firm for 6,000 sets at 210 per set FOB Guangzhou, to be delivered in early October.

A: How long will you leave your offer open?

B: It's valid for three days.

Practice 2

Task 2: Simulated situational conversation.

A: Good Morning.

B: Good Morning.

A: I am quite interested in the bicycles you make.

B: Thank you. We really appreciate that.

A: Your products are very good. But I'm a little worried about the prices you're asking.

B: You think we will be asking for more?

A: That's not exactly what I had in mind. I know your research costs are high, but what I'd like is a 15% discount.

B: That seems to be a little high. I don't know how we can make a profit with those numbers.

A: We said we want 2,000 pcs over a three-month period. What if we plan orders for a year, with a guarantee?

B: If you can guarantee that on paper, I think we can discuss this further.

Practice 3

Task 2: Simulated situational conversation.

(A:Mr.Green,B:sales representative)

A: I'm Mr.Green. long time no see.

B: Nice to meet you.

A: What types of booths are available?

B: You are lucky. We have all types of booths available; including standard booth, premium booth, island booth and corner booth.

A: Yeah! I am really lucky. We can choose what we like this time. How much are they?