17 Aug 4-1 Discussion: Identifying a Unique ValueReview the request

4-1 Discussion: Identifying a Unique ValueReview the requests for proposals (RFP) list in the Reading and Resources and identify a unique value that an individual or business might present in a proposal responding to the request.Read and respond to the response posted by your collaborator. Do you agree that this “value-added” quality would improve his or her chances of being selected to complete the project?Reading and ResourcesTextbook: Technical Communication, Chapter 16Note that much of the material in Markel focuses on an internal proposal rather than a research, goods, or services proposal. What can you take from Markel that will be useful in your work on the final project, a technical proposal?Documents: Collection of RFPsRead this collection of requests for proposals (RFPs) from funding agencies. There is a short and long version of each RFP.These show the form of RFPs as well as the variety of requirements and level of detail. They also reveal a range of “readability,” from fairly accessible to difficult to engage and track.English Curriculum RFPGulf Synthesis RFPLoan Servicing Solution RFPMarine Habitat RFPOyster Habitat RFPTelephone Upgrade RFPEnglish Curriculum RFP-Short VersionGulf Synthesis RFP-Short VersionLoan Servicing Solution RFP-Short VersionOyster Habitat RFP-Short VersionSkilled Nursing RFP-Short VersionTelephone Upgrade RFP-Short VersionWebsite: The Basics of Grant WritingHere is a web resource for those who want additional information on proposal writing, from the designers of this course.