2.3: Select and Apply Practice Strategies for a Given Business Situation and Policy

Question 1

Letter to Proceed

Answer 1

A formal indication from the client that the design team should proceed with the project.

Question 2

RFP

Answer 2

Request for proposal: a formal document that provides details about a potential project and solicits proposals from prospective project team members.

Question 3

What are the following strategies to increase chance of obtaining projects (in an RFP)?

Answer 3

Evaluate the potential competition,

Evaluate the client’s reputation,

Evaluate how the firm can demonstrate relevant experience,

Evaluate the proposed budget stated in the RFP.