The Manatee Chamber of Commerce has launched its new Request for Proposal (RFP) online tool to help consumers find local vendors for products and services.

The tool is available at the chamber Web site at www.manateechamber.com.

Consumers can complete the online RFP form and select the business categories that match a vendor request.

Manatee Chamber member businesses in those categories will automatically receive the RFP and have the opportunity to contact the consumer to provide a quote.

The tool, which was developed in partnership with Webtivity Designs, is available to governmental agencies and non-profits as well.