Proposal Writing - Web / Programming

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We are looking for someone to write proposals for our projects.

We have a consulting firm that offers the following services:

* Web site design

* Web site programming (Windows and Linux, .NET, ASP, PHP)

* Windows programming (.NET, C##, C++, Visual Basic, MS Access, Delphi)

* Data mining and reporting (Crystal reports, Active Reports)

* Databases supported (MS SQL Server, Access, MySQL, Postgre SQL)

* Graphic design (Logo and corporate identity, digital artwork)

* Multimedia (Flash presentations)

* Web hosting (for our clients)

* Internet marketing (SEO, link campaigns and PPC management)

* Copywriting (small percentage of our business, additional opportunity)

We are looking for someone to write a proposal for a current project. However, ideally looking for someone who we can have do proposals for us on an on-going basis.

## Deliverables

We are looking for someone to write proposals for our projects.

We have a consulting firm that offers the following services:

* Web site design

* Web site programming (Windows and Linux, .NET, ASP, PHP)

* Windows programming (.NET, C##, C++, Visual Basic, MS Access, Delphi)

* Data mining and reporting (Crystal reports, Active Reports)

* Databases supported (MS SQL Server, Access, MySQL, Postgre SQL)

* Graphic design (Logo and corporate identity, digital artwork)

* Multimedia (Flash presentations)

* Web hosting (for our clients)

* Internet marketing (SEO, link campaigns and PPC management)

* Copywriting (small percentage of our business, additional opportunity)

Most of our business is completely customized, as all of our clients’ needs are different. We are a solutions provider, whether it is working with an existing system and adding missing functionality, or creating an entire new solution from the ground up. We may be working with a small business to help them to create an e-commerce site or we may be creating an application for a large corporation to track work processes from start to finish. The work is rarely the same although processes may be alike in some way.

This requires a fair amount of understanding different business needs, coming up with a solution, and then describing it in as much detail as possible so that both sides know what is being committed to. This way, everyone will hopefully know what “done?? is.

Clients are not willing to pay for a functional specification, nor can we invest in this in order to win the job. The idea is to provide a reasonable level of detail so that our clients have realistic expectations and we are not in a position to have to provide extra functionality because deliverables were too vague. The idea is to balance between delivering a ton of information that is too much of an investment in jobs we don’t get, and too little information that leaves a lot of functionality open for interpretation on jobs that we do get. Our clients are always happy! So if I need to eat work because the client’s expectations seem reasonable then I do. But that is not a practice that makes me happy.

I am a technologist and have no problem coming up with solutions that will create exactly what is needed to help the client. However, generating proposals is one of the things I enjoy least about what I do. So I am looking for someone who can take my ideas and generate the appropriate documentation to present to the client so that we can a) impress them with our thorough understanding of their business process and challenges, and b) provide enough details regarding the solution that we all understand the amount of work to be done and the commitment we are making to help them.

As each of our client’s projects is different, ultimately I am looking for someone who is used to generating business documents. I am also looking for someone who is able to quickly grasp new information and convey my ideas in a structured, professional document.

The ideal candidate would have experience in proposal writing and a good understanding of technology, preferably with a technical writing background. Proper US English and grammar are a MUST. I do not believe that a professional writer should EVER provide even a rough draft with typos and/or improper grammar. I have no problem correcting technical misconceptions; however, I cannot spend my time proofreading for a writer. That type of individual will not fit within my organization.

The way it will work is that I will be providing some background, a rough idea of our solution, including bullet points regarding deliverables, probably a site map in the case of a web site. I mention “rough?? idea because I want to keep my side of the writing part to a minimum. I need a writer who will ask good questions to ensure that they understand the project, including our solution. What I would expect in return is a well formatted Word document that presents our company in a way that allows the prospective client to know that we have a firm grasp on their issues, and that we have a solution that addresses their needs.

In our business, quick turnaround is tantamount. Most jobs will need an initial delivery within a couple of days so that we can review and make changes if necessary. I am not looking for someone to develop a “template?? of any kind as that is not realistic, nor my preference. I am looking for someone who I can offload this part of my responsibilities completely so I can focus on technology which is what I do best. I am really looking for someone that we can work with long-term and who will grow to know our business more and more.

The first project is for a new business that we are quoting to do a logo and a website that allows some level of content management by the client. They want to be able to maintain FAQs, Testimonials, a portfolio, and a gallery of images of their work. They would also like us to create a full flash version of the same content to use on a CD multimedia presentation that can be provided to their clients. This will entail generating a dynamic flash display of their web site information since the information will be changing as they have new projects. They are also looking for Internet marketing for the site. This is the gist of what the client is looking for, full information will be provided to the contractor awarded the project.

Please provide samples of your work that you think demonstrate your abilities in this particular style of writing. I am very busy and only have time to review relevant content that shows that you have the proper background and understand my requirements.

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