Author Question: When you're writing an unsolicited proposal, approach the transmittal letter as A) a persuasive ... (Read 46 times)

Ebrown · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

When you're writing an unsolicited proposal, approach the transmittal letter as

A) a persuasive message.
B) an informative message.
C) a cordial message.
D) an informational message.
E) a direct message.

Question 2

When you receive an RFP, you'll usually find that it includes

A) specific instructions on referring to the RFP itself in your proposal.
B) a list of companies that have submitted failed proposals in the past.
C) any negative information about the company that might affect the project.
D) a disclaimer stating that costs noted in the RFP may increase after the proposal is accepted.
E) a synopsis.

af · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: A
Explanation: A) If a proposal is unsolicited, approach the transmittal document as a persuasive message. You must convince the reader that what you're proposing is worthwhile and will justify the time required to read the entire proposal.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A
Explanation: A) Normally, an RFP will specify how you should refer to the RFP itself in your proposal. Organizations that issue RFPs include instructions because they need a methodical way to track all their active RFPs and the incoming responses. If there are no specific instructions in the RFP, use your best judgment, based on (1) the length of the RFP and (2) how you received the RFP, either hardcopy or online.