The document discusses the purpose and process of requesting a research proposal (RFP) which is used to formally procure research services from external suppliers. An RFP establishes the project requirements and provides a mechanism to evaluate proposals in order to select the best qualified supplier. The document also outlines the key components and elements that should be included in an RFP and research proposal such as the problem statement, research design, budget, and qualifications of the researcher.

2. The Research Proposal Process

3. The RPP-Using a Research Supplier

4. Benefits of the RFP RFPs Provide monitoring device Provide control function Provide evaluation opportunity Formalize research procurement process Establish performance expectations

6. 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

7. RFP Components Proposal administration information Summary statement of problem Technical section Management section Pricing section Contracts and license section

9. RFP Elements RFP Elements Services and support Cost proposal Background Vendor information Proposed solution Instructions to bidders

11. The RPP- Doing the project internally

12. The Research Proposal Purpose Present management question Propose necessary data Suggest data collection and analysis Discuss research efforts

13. Proposal Development

14. Proposal Complexity

16. Researcher’s Qualifications Relevant Management Experience Professional Research Competence

17. Sample Proposed Budget

18. CPM Schedule

19. 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