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OSP Business Practices - Proposal Preparation

Purpose

To clarify the proposal preparation services OSP provides and to outline expectations for investigators and department administrators seeking support. 

Applicability

These practices apply to Principal Investigators (PIs) and department administrators preparing proposals - preferably 4-6 weeks prior to the sponsor deadline - who would like proposal assistance in advance of OSP's formal review.

Proposal Preparation

Upon request, OSP can assist with the following activities:

• Analyzing the solicitation, including key requirements and compliance considerations
• Explaining standard proposal components and providing templates, when available
• Clarifying electronic submission requirements and assisting with the creation of required user accounts
• Completing or coordinating the representations and certifications
• Providing commitment letters templates
• Explaining subcontractor requirements and necessary documentation
• Reviewing exceptional or problematic sponsor terms and drafting exception letters, when needed
• Explaining any additional University approval processes required for submission
• Facilitating the internal review and signature process

Related Policies and Procedures

• Procedure Library > OSP Business Practices - Communication
• Procedure Library > OSP Business Practices - Proposal Review & Submission
• Grant Life Cycle > Submit Your Proposal > Understand Submission Processes