In a global tender for technology item, whether to offer actual prices or to offer low prices to oust any other offerer trying to enter the business.

Price are secondary. Technical compilation of data is mandated for TENDER EVALUATION. Once, the participant meets user requirement, ultimately accept the prices also.

From: Ambedkar Mikkili

It is best to understand the technical and commercial criteria of the tender, though in most cases, a technically compliant and lowest commercial bid is the basis of an award.