1. A proposal that is equal in value, function, or effect to another proposal; an alternative suggestion that achieves the same or similar objectives
The contractor submitted an equivalent proposal that met all the project requirements at a lower cost.
O contratante apresentou uma proposta equivalente que atendeu a todos os requisitos do projeto com um custo menor.
2. In business or procurement, a substitute offer that satisfies the same criteria or specifications as the original proposal
If the original equipment is unavailable, an equivalent proposal using alternative components will be considered.
Se o equipamento original não estiver disponível, uma proposta equivalente usando componentes alternativos será considerada.