4. Exhibit 6-1 The Research Proposal Process: Using a Research Supplier
5. Benefits of the RFP RFPs Provide monitoring device Provide control function Provide evaluation opportunity Formalize research procurement process Establish performance expectations
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7. Activities in the RFP Process Qualify potential vendors Write and distribute RFP Answer supplier questions Evaluate submissions Provide critique to all suppliers Award contracts and start
8. RFP Components Proposal administration information Summary statement of problem Technical section Management section Pricing section Contracts and license section
20. Data Analysis: “Dummy” Table Less than $14,999 $15-19,999 $20-24,999 $25-29,999 $30-35,000 Will Not Enroll Might Enroll Will Enroll Household Income
25. Elements of a Project Management Plan Financial/ Legal responsibility Team relationship with client Procedures Organization of research team Management competence Examples of past work Plan Elements
27. Exhibit 6-9 Research Proposal for MindWriter Complete Care Satisfaction Research
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This chapter explains the process of soliciting research proposals using RFPs, the format of the resulting proposals, and the evaluation of the proposals.