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Our Grant Writing and Contract Proposal Writing Services

there are many elements to crafting a strong proposal.  the problem faced by most organizations, big and small, is that few individuals have the time and skills needed to keep the proposal engine turning in the face of ongoing projects that are already funded.  the key is to identify the critical talent needed, and then to find a way to get it on board, whether in-house or via outsourcing.

 

Government and non-government Grants and Contracts

Federal grants and contracts, particularly with a technical flavor, are a specialty. We can help you navigate those complex RFPs, RFAs (request-for-proposals/applications) and BAAs (broad agency announcement) to focus on the critical elements. More generally, Proposal Exponent is glad to support the following broad categories of proposal services:

• Project strategizing relative to solicitation
• Proposal outlining and task break down
• Proposal overall management
• Proposal editing and targeted writing
• Proposal critique

In most cases, we assume that the client has already scoped the sponsor-solicitation possibilities and developed in-house grants and contracts handling capabilities (e.g. federal system registration and access, budgeting/F&A know-how, online submittal expertise). But if you are not quite there, feel free to talk to us anyway.

 

Related Consulting Services

We enjoy niche specialty projects where it can be difficult to find outside help. For example, we can advise or develop a basic prospectus, white paper, proposal, or powerpoint presentation to

• expedite technology transfer of intellectual property
• expand business development opportunities
• explore a business partnership, particularly with an academic or not-for-profit entity
• undertake a grant program to distribute funds competitively for some specified purpose

Under the right circumstances, we can pursue these roles in greater depth using our knowledge and experience to advocate and negotiate on behalf of the client. 

 

How we work

Proposal Exponent is based in Seattle, WA. Most projects can be routinely handled remotely using electronic file exchanges and frequent correspondence via e-mail, telephone, and video-conference. If you prefer that Glen be available on-site, we are glad to accommodate, but costs will be higher owing to travel expense and time. This option may be particularly beneficial if the task is complex or if a long-term relationship is envisioned. 

 

Because the needs of every client differ, pricing will depend on the nature of a specific project. You will find our rates are very reasonable. Needless to say, results for proposal submissions cannot be guaranteed, particularly in these ultra-competitive times. Nor is it realistic or ethical to base payment on success or as a percentage of dollar amounts requested (see PGSA for a nice article on this). 

 

The best route is to consider your needs and get in touch with us. There’s no pressure – we’re very friendly and helpful here in the Pacific Northwest!

 

Expertise/Themes

While there are many flavors of proposals, a large proportion of grants and contracts flow to research and development in health care, science, and engineering. The federal acquisition system encompasses many products and services that are technical in nature. We will rarely substitute for the experts resident on your staff, but Proposal Exponent has a solid grasp of many technology areas and excels at packaging difficult concepts and propositions for specific audiences. 

 

Some of our areas of familiarity are listed below. Please realize that a good proposal consultant or writer does not need to be versed in the subject matter of every proposal he or she touches – but sometimes, this can be a real asset!

 

 

Specific Themes - Sample

aquaculture

biomedical technology platforms

coastal ocean monitoring

climate change

consumer product development

dairy science

nanoparticle development

oceanography

organic electronics

pollution and remediation

radionuclides

spectroscopy

advanced energy storage and biofuels

warfighter technologies