answer: Mr. White is interested in hardware cooperation with #Person2#. Mr. White gives #Person2# a list of requirements but #Person2# needs the quantity he requires. #Person2# gives Mr. White an indication of the price as he demands. Then they discuss a commission.
documents: #Person1#: I am glad to have the opportunity of visiting your corporation. I hope we can do business together.
  #Person2#: It's a great pleasure to meet you, Mr. White. I believe you have seen our exhibits in the showroom. What is it that particularly interests you?
  #Person1#: I am interested in your hardware. I've seen the exhibits and studied your catalogues. I think some of the items will find a ready market in France. Here is a list of requirements.
  #Person2#: Thank you for your inquiry. Would you tell us what quantity you require so that we can work out the offer?
  #Person1#: I will do that. Meanwhile, could you give me an indication of the price.
  #Person2#: Here are our FOB price lists. All the prices in the lists are subject to our confirmation.
  #Person1#: What about the commission? From European suppliers, I usually get a 3 to 5 % commission for my imports. It's the general practice.
  #Person2#: As a rule we don't allow any commission. But if the order is sizable one, we will consider it.
  #Person1#: You see I do business on a commission basis. A commission on your prices would make it easier for me to promote sales. Even 2 or 3 % would help.
  #Person2#: We'll discuss this when you place your order with us.