How to Write a Request for Proposal – RFP (With Template and Examples)

RFPs: Requests for Proposals are how many professional consultancies and agencies win new work. It is a document that a business, non-profit or government agency creates to detail the requirements for an upcoming project. RFPs are shared to solicit bids from contractors who will help the company complete the project. Use this step-by-step guide to create and iterate on your request for proposal document, easily. Explore this template and read the complete guide.

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Everything you’ll need to craft a winning request for proposal

​When launching a project, it’s critical that all project stakeholders are aware of the partnership’s desired outcomes. That’s where a business requirements document (BRD) comes in handy. Generally, a BRD is used to detail a business’s needs when seeking a new technology provider, consultant, or outside vendor.

​​The request for proposal template (RFP) is a business document that announces and provides details about a project your company is launching. The goal of the request for proposal is to help you solicit and review bids from contractors who will help complete the project. Use Xtensio’s live template to keep everyone instantly up-to-date on the project details.

With Xtensio, you can easily create RFP documents tailored to your projects and needs. Loop in colleagues, clients, and key stakeholders to create and iterate on your request for proposal. You can work hand-in-hand with colleagues on a live doc, leave feedback, and share a link so everyone has the information they need to complete your projects.

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