Use this checklist to determine if you will be moving forward with an opportunity. Complete for each opportunity whether you are moving forward or not (this helps us modify search criteria more suitable for your business).

Upon confirmation of your intent to proceed, our team will typically have a proposal template prepared for you within a few business days, although more complex bids may require additional time. The staged proposal template will include follow-on instructions and guidance for completing your response. After receiving the template, you will be responsible for filling it out according to the RFP instructions, we provide our commentary and recommendations. Following this, our team will conduct a basic review of your submission.

CMG Proposal Disclaimer: Please allow 2 – 3 weeks of lead time before the bid due date for proposal development. All proposal items must be complete 24 – 48 hours before bid submission (mail in, platform, or email submissions). CMG is not responsible for late, incomplete, and / or technical issues associated with your bid submission.

By submitting the Go / No Go checklist, you acknowledge and understand that the guidance, instruction, and technical assistance provided by CMG are intended solely to assist you in preparing your proposal responses. CMG is not responsible for writing or guaranteeing the accuracy, completeness, or compliance of your proposal responses with the requirements of the RFP. It is your responsibility to review and comply with all RFP requirements and to ensure the accuracy and completeness of your proposal responses. CMG assumes no liability for any errors or omissions in your proposal responses or any damages resulting from your reliance on the guidance, instruction, or technical assistance provided by CMG.

Do you qualify for any Set-Asides or preferences associatedated with the RFP?

Can you price the bid? Do you have a cost analysis methodology?

Make sure you have enough time, at least 2 to 3 weeks of lead time.

If mail in or in person delivery, allocate 2 to 3 days for print production.

Make sure you have the capacity to perform, consider government pay cycles 30 to 90 days out where you need to float payroll until invoices are paid by the agency.