ThemBid.com

Elements of a Winning Business Proposal

In addition to my work with ThemBid.com I am CEO of ATL Innovations, Inc. which creates new innovations like ThemBid.com for other companies. I spend quite a bit of time writing up proposals when I wear my ATL Innovations, Inc hat. The following list is a template outline that I use for writing those proposals. Enjoy!

• Title Page
• Table of Contents
• Introduction
  • Create Interest
  • Summary
• Biographical Sketch
  • Team
  • Accomplishments
    • Awards
    • Case Studies
    • Testimonials
    • Portfolio
  • Skills/Education
  • Unique Benefits our Team Brings to the Table
• Purpose
• Market Analysis
  • Who is Market?
  • What is the Benefit?
• Problem Statement
  • Expected Results
  • Detailed Requirements
  • Limitations/Risks
• Solution
  • Timeline
  • Technical Explanation
  • Functional Explanation
  • Methodology Explanation
  • Resources Needed
    • Cost
    • Equipment
• Legal
  • NDA
  • Contract
• Resources
  • References
• Questions
• Appendices

I do not always include all of these items, nor in that order. I include what makes sense for that particular folder and emphasize different points depending on the needs of the client.