Proposal -Types & Parts
Proposal
Document that offers a solution to a certain problem or a course of action responding to a need
Proposal
Aims to convince the intended audience to accept the writer's intent or plan
Solicited Proposal
Proposal type that responds to a request of an individual or individuals, companies, or agencies
typically called sponsors
Formal Solicited Proposal
Solicited proposal type that has definitive specifications on format and content, including terms
and conditions
Formal Solicited Proposal
Identify the type of solicited proposal
Ex: (Request for Proposal or RFP)
Informal Solicited Proposal
Solicited proposal type that is expressed verbally or without a written request.
Unsolicited Proposal
Proposal type that does not respond to any specific request, but it presents plans of solutions that
will benefit the intended audience who may likely be interested
Unsolicited Proposal
Identify the type of proposal
Ex: In the business context, this can be sales presentations or pitched ideas.
Pre-Proposal
Proposal type that has a brief description of the proposed plan
Pre-Proposal
Proposal type that is also called white paper, letter proposal, or letter of intent, it informs and
motivates the potential sponsor to request a formal proposal.
Renewal Proposal
Proposal type that aims to convince sponsors to continue a project that is about to finish and may
not be renewed and provides reasons why the project is important
Continuation Proposal
Proposal type that provides updates and reminders for a project spanning a number of years to
finish
Continuation Proposal
Proposal type that is usually done after a year, it reminds the sponsor of the approved project,
shows the progress of the project, and explains any changes done
Supplemental Proposal
