Write an internal proposal in which you propose a plan to carry out a research or a project that ??you believe will

 Choose one of the two options in the handout below. 

 Proposal Topic Choices  

 1. Write an internal proposal in which you propose a plan to carry out a research or a project that   you believe will benefit your organization. It can be a project that seeks solutions to certain   problems, updates an old system, or creates a new way of performing existing duties.   Address the proposal to your direct superior and persuade him/her to grant you permission   and fund your research or project  

 2. Locate and obtain a copy of an IFB or RFP from a government agency or private   organization related to your major or area of interest. Write a proposal in response to the IFB   or RFP in order to compete with other suppliers and win the contract.  

Your proposal must include the following components:  

Summary:  Provide an overview of your proposed program.  

Introduction:  Identify the problem or opportunity.  Explain the purpose of the proposal.  Indicate the scale of the proposal.  Explain the organization method implemented to carry out the program.  

Proposed Program:  Provide clear details of the proposed program.  Describe the products and/or services you will be offering.  List the specific tasks you will be performing.  

Qualifications and Experiences:  Describe your qualifications.  Explain how they fulfill the requirements specified in the IFB or RFP.  Present your experiences in the field.  

Budget:  Specify the costs for the completion of the program.  

Appendixes (Optional):  Provide any required information specified in the IFB or RFP