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Introduction

Definition of Proposals

Types of Proposals

Audience

General Format

Introduction

Qualifications

Background

Work Schedule

Proposal Statement

Costs

Results

Conclusion

Methodology

Perspectives on Proposals

Internal Proposals

Consulting Engineers

Proposal Types

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Proposal Types

John Mahan, Electrical Engineering Professor

Engineers write many different types of proposals. Sometimes, a proposal has to be powerful and business-oriented. Many companies don't want to look too far into the future, not even past two years. So, you have to be very specific and down to earth. You have to tell them when exactly you will complete the work. In Phase One, you'll do x. In Phase Two, you'll do y. You should also include the benefits gained during each phase.