Proposal Development
Developing a proposal is a time intensive endeavor that requires planning, shepherding resources, collaborating with peers and research support staff and fine-tuning a project’s scope and goals.
The development of a complete proposal includes, but is not limited to:
- Preparing to apply by researching the funding opportunity and developing a timeline,
- Developing a proposal according to GW and sponsor requirements, and
- Submitting the complete proposal for review and approval before final review by the sponsor.
Investigators are encouraged to begin the process of developing proposals as far in advance of a sponsor’s deadline as possible.
Your school research administrator (SRA) and/or your pre-award sponsored projects administrator (SPA) Pre-Award will be important resources to you as you plan and develop your proposal.
Helpful Resources
Before you get started on your proposal, there are a number of considerations to think through. These guidelines and tips will help to ensure you are planning and completing a thorough proposal that is compliant with all sponsor and GW guidelines. They will also help to ensure you are preparing a realistic timeline in preparing your proposal
As you complete the proposal, there may be information about GW that the sponsor requires. The institutional information includes a number of items, including institutional codes and numbers, fringe rates, facilities and administration rates, official contacts and links to our annual reports and other financial documents
Find the OSP staff assigned to support your school, division, center or institute.
Request Research Enhancement Unit services and guidance when planning proposals for federally-sponsored research funding.
