| Simple Proposal Format |
| 1. Statement of the Problem and Background -- What problem is the proposal addressing and attempting to solve? -- What are the background conditions (context) of the problem? 2. Objectives -- What is the objective/ purpose/goals of the project or work proposed? -- In other words, what will be the outcome of the successful implementation of the actions proposed? 3. Statement of Benefits/ Value Proposition -- How does this positively impact the organization? -- What is the proposed value of doing this? What is the impact of not doing this? 4. Logistics -- How will this project be organized? -- Where will you be located? How often will you meet? -- Who is the audience/customer? -- How will you market/communicate the benefits of this project? 5. Budget (Costs) -- How much will it cost? -- Itemize costs to implement the proposed plan. 6. Expected Results and Evaluation Plan (Conclusion) -- What results can be expected? -- Here, you are making comment on what you expect to happen if the proposed actions take place. -- How will you show that the problem has been addressed? -- What metrics/ reports/analysis will you perform, and to whom will it be given? Additional: Attach any necessary docs as reference (e.g. sketch layouts, pricing bids, etc.) |
| I created this very simple proposal format for an intern I had-- to give her some guidelines for proposing ideas. |
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| Anne P. Sharp |
| Anne P. Sharp Los Angeles CA, USA Telephone (310) 600-9247 |
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