The State of Montana Is Preparing to Buy a Large

The state of Montana is preparing to buy a large quantity of frozen orange juice for providing it in a large school district. Citrus Fill Inc. is in the citrus juice business but has never sold its products to the government market. To have a chance at getting this contract, Citrus Fill's first step must be to:

A) make a presentation appointment with the state.
B) quote prices to the purchasing department.
C) advertise in the capital city.
D) negotiate with the state.
E) secure a slot on the list of qualified bidders.