Fees

Given the complexity of public funding and the RFP process, we use two different ways to cost out our efforts to help clients with their proposals.

In the first, we provide a full fee quote based on a careful estimate of the number of hours each proposal section will require, this examines the time requirements for the narrative, the budget, the budget narrative, and all forms. For example, we’ve determined that each double-spaced narrative page is likely to take one hour to prepare, research, and write. We then provide a flat fee quote to complete the entire proposal before the deadline. Responding to federal RFPs can take 80-100 hours depending on RFP requirements.

In the second option, we offer an hourly rate to complete specified proposal sections. This option is particularly helpful when our client has significant information already written (such as a previous proposal to the same funder) or has staff on hand to complete proposal work. In this case, we work with clients to complete specific proposal requirements with deadlines, and invoice at the end of the project. Currently our rate is $200 per hour, and we track using our time using Toggl software.

Each project is particular, and so it is very hard to quote a fee without an active RFP to review. This provides the scope of required services as well as the all-important submission deadline. Once an RFP is released, we can provide a no-cost fee quote to help your organization complete and submit your proposal. You can contact us at stan@grantsrepublic.com, at (760) 571-9075, or through our Contact form.

Thanks, and we look forward to talking with you!